A Chinese jade carving of a plaque, dating from the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Carved on both sides with a scrolling design with dragons around a central "Chinese coin" with a hole in the middle. Smooth edges and deeply carved. Dramatic vertical streaks of dark jade come through.
H. 3 3/4" (9.5 cm), D. 2 1/4" (5.7 cm)
collection of J.F.Woodthorpe

Condition: good condition overall with natural fissure and inclusion

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