The generous portion of creme-celadon color nephrite jade, smoothly carved in the shape of a deer, front facing, rest on four legs in relaxing position. The jade shows moist milky appearance with splash of brownish inclusions.
Exquisitely displayed upon carved hardwood stand.
Deer is symbol of longevity because it can live for very long time. It is only animal capable of searching out the fungus of immortality. Also, the animal who accompanies ShuoLao, the God of Longevity, as well as other Immortals. The deer is a pun for "emolument" or "official salary" (lu), it can be symbolize the God of Rank and Emolument (LuXing). Its name is also a homophonous with "road" (Lu) and "Six" (Liu)

Dimension: 87.63mm H x 107.44mm L

Excellent

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