Carved rock crystal
China, 19th century
Dimensions (width) 8 15/16 in. (22.7 cm)
Good condition
Provenance: Christie's New York, 4 April 2007, lot 430
Ex-Collection Ira and Nancy Koger Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York

Carved from a single piece of rock crystal, this scroll weight is quite weighty and thus effective in its intended use. The rectangular block has faceted sides and is surmounted by a long chilong with his head hooked back towards his hind quarters. It has natural inclusions and metallic veining. The underside bears a Ralph M. Chait Gallleries, New York label.

Condition

In overall good condition with minor wear, and having a chip to a lower edge and to a lower corner. Natural fissures to the stone.

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