A CHINESE SOAPSTONE CARVING OF LYCHEE FRUIT AND FOLIAGE

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A CHINESE SOAPSTONE CARVING OF LYCHEE FRUIT AND FOLIAGE finely carved in variegated tones with pendant fruiting clusters and delicately pierced leaves above a gnarled trunk with fungus growths on an integral rocky base.

25cm high, 24cm wide

This piece is in very good condition. There is a small piece of damage to the back at the base; there are no other visible losses or damage. Please see the uploaded video.

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A CHINESE SOAPSTONE CARVING OF LYCHEE FRUIT AND FOLIAGE

Lot 0772

Estimate £400-£600

Jul 10, 2026, 5:50 AM EDT

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