April 8, 2021 10:00 EDT
Asian Arts
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A Chinese carved jade figure of recumbent qilin
A scroll issuing from its mouth, on which are a scarf-wrapped pile of books, the jade with beige and dark brown/black veining.
L: 5 1/2 in.
Provenance: Acquired by the parents of the present owner in the 1970s; thence by descent
Sold for $5,670
Estimated at $3,000 - $5,000
A scroll issuing from its mouth, on which are a scarf-wrapped pile of books, the jade with beige and dark brown/black veining.
L: 5 1/2 in.
Provenance: Acquired by the parents of the present owner in the 1970s; thence by descent
