DESCRIPTION: A carved chinese malachite sculpture of a turtle with its head pointing to its side. Finished with a detailed, custom wooden base with spiraling legs and winding designs. Finished with carnelian beaded eyes.
PROVENANCE: Acquired from the estate of Rev. John J. Mericantante. For a further information and biography: follow the following link : https://www.akibaantiques.com/blog/2016/11/rev-john-j-mericantante/
CIRCA: 20th Ct.
ORIGIN: China
DIMENSIONS:(With Base) H:6.25" L:13.5" W:8.5"
CONDITION: Great condition. Tail appears to have been broken and professionally repaired with minor hairlines still visible. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."