Extremely Fine Ancient Chinese Shang Dynasty Jade - Sep 15, 2018 | The Artifact Company In Ky
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EXTREMELY FINE ANCIENT CHINESE SHANG DYNASTY JADE

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EXTREMELY FINE ANCIENT CHINESE SHANG DYNASTY JADE
EXTREMELY FINE ANCIENT CHINESE SHANG DYNASTY JADE
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Presented is a flat plaque with incised Taotie faces on both sides. It is carved from a slice of translucent Nephrite Jade altered to creamy white with traces of cinnebar remaing on the surface. The Jade is almost square in outline. The creature has large slanting eyes, a pair of flaring nostrils, and well defined protruding horns, one on each side of a small vertical crest. Below the crest is a small central hole. There are also ears and jaws represented on both sides. This exquisite carving is highly polished and in excellent condition.  From an old Wiltshire, United Kingdom, Family Collection by descent to Mr. Alex Tennant. Truly an extraordinary ancient Chinese Jade 'Masterwork.' Shang Dynasty  (ca. 1,200 B.C.). Measures 2 1/4" tall x 2 3/16" widest x 3/16" thick. Weights 28.3 grams.
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EXTREMELY FINE ANCIENT CHINESE SHANG DYNASTY JADE

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Starting Price $1,500
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