Very Large Sculpture - Nephrite jade - China - 20th century
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Very Large Sculpture, a 20th‑century nephrite jade artwork from China, is in excellent condition and authentic.
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Large pale white celadon nephrite jade pixiu sculpture - China – end of 20th Century
On offer is a high quality carved white light-green pale celadon nephrite jade sculpture of a large pixiu with young. This fantastic large and heavy jade sculpture is made in the Chinese taste and has a homogenous color with a light green tone, and no visible impurities! It has been nicely sculpted with highest detail. Please see all picture for a good impression for this top jade!
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. a Valuable and rare jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
“Pi Xiu (Chinese: 貔貅; pinyin: píxiū) or Pi Yao, is a Chinese mythical auspicious hybrid creature with fat body and unicorn claws; the animal’s bold body resembles a lion. Pi Xiu has the meaning of bringing in wealth and treasure. It can ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. Some people even believe that it can guard their homes and bring them good luck in love relationship. According to the Chinese Zodiac, Pi Xiu is especially helpful for those who are going through a bad year. In addition, statues of this creature are often used to attract wealth; in Feng Shui.”
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: white to light-green pale celadon nephrite jade, homogenous quality, natural color, without impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 364 gram or 1820 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: End of 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 104,3 mm (length) * 63,1 mm (width) * 40 mm (height).
*Condition: Very fine condition, no damage.
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping offered!
No reserve price!
Large pale white celadon nephrite jade pixiu sculpture - China – end of 20th Century
On offer is a high quality carved white light-green pale celadon nephrite jade sculpture of a large pixiu with young. This fantastic large and heavy jade sculpture is made in the Chinese taste and has a homogenous color with a light green tone, and no visible impurities! It has been nicely sculpted with highest detail. Please see all picture for a good impression for this top jade!
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. a Valuable and rare jade, very suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
“Pi Xiu (Chinese: 貔貅; pinyin: píxiū) or Pi Yao, is a Chinese mythical auspicious hybrid creature with fat body and unicorn claws; the animal’s bold body resembles a lion. Pi Xiu has the meaning of bringing in wealth and treasure. It can ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. Some people even believe that it can guard their homes and bring them good luck in love relationship. According to the Chinese Zodiac, Pi Xiu is especially helpful for those who are going through a bad year. In addition, statues of this creature are often used to attract wealth; in Feng Shui.”
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: white to light-green pale celadon nephrite jade, homogenous quality, natural color, without impurities.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 364 gram or 1820 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: End of 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 104,3 mm (length) * 63,1 mm (width) * 40 mm (height).
*Condition: Very fine condition, no damage.
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping offered!
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
China
Material
Nephrite jade
Title of artwork
Very Large Sculpture
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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