20th century, finely carved double happiness white jade carving with slight inclusions, the double happiness character is used to auspiciously decorate items associated with weddings in Asia, with Guangdong Province Relics Permission to Export wax seal.
6.75 in.
From the personal collection of the late Israeli film actress and singer Daliah Lavi. Blessed with beauty and bursting with talent, the multi-lingual Lavi was truly an international citizen during the 1960s when she worked alongside such luminaries as Peter O'Toole, David Niven, and Woody Allen. One of her more memorable roles was in the James Bond spoof Casino Royale (1967).

In addition to a successful film career, Ms. Lavi enjoyed a 40-year marriage, her four children, and numerous grandchildren. She was a resident of Asheville, North Carolina at the time of her death.
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Good estate condition.