Chinese
A Chinese Mottled Celadon Jade 'Eagle' Pendant, Hongshan Culture, Neolithic Period
jade
1 1/4 x 1 3/8 x 0 1/4 in, 3.2 x 3.4 x 0.6 cm
Estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 CAD
Sold for: $1,000
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Pao & Moltke, Toronto
Acquired from the above by the Collection of Stephen Poulin, Toronto, mid 1990s
Carved from translucent celadon stone with white inclusions throughout, the flattened pendant is finely polished, carved in the form of an eagle with a rounded head and bulging eyes. The bird's wing is outspread, adorned with a simple geometric design carved in low relief. Pierced with two small circular apertures on verso.
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