A white and gray jade double-vase and cover
Late Qing dynasty/Republic period
Modeled as two flattened baluster vases with the smaller one positioned in front of the larger, the smaller vase unadorned aside from openwork lingzhi-form handles at the neck, the larger with openwork flanges on the narrow sides and two beast-form handles at the neck each suspending a loose ring, an openwork chilong ascending from the rim of the smaller vase to the shoulder of the larger and emitting vapor from its mouth, the domed cover with a further openwork chilong, the stone an even cool white tone aside from the small gray passage used for the chilong's breath.
4 5/8in (11.7cm) high
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Provenance:
Acquired in Hong Kong, circa the 1950s to 1960s

PLEASE NOTE: This report describes, but may not be limited to, major condition issues for the lot.
Wire-inlaid wood stand. The vase and cover are in overall good condition.