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East Asia, China, late Qing Dynasty to Republic Period, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A fine pendant, carved from white nephrite jade, depicting a phoenix as it battles a dragon clutched within its claws. The 2 mythological creatures are finely rendered into the wondrous stone and are suspended beneath a turquoise-hued bead. Size: 0.41" L x 1.01" W x 2.00" H (1 cm x 2.6 cm x 5.1 cm); 30" H (76.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Danvers, Massachusetts, USA collection, acquired by descent; ex-USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#179196

Minor abrasions to beads on necklace strand, otherwise pendant is intact and in excellent condition. Great polishing and retention of detail.