Antique Chinese Nephrite jade carved in the shape of a disc, with a protruded center Shou emblem. Raised dimples ensconce the surface of the talisman shaped jade to create a continuous texturized pattern. The top adorned with elaborate scroll-work that forms two dragons in pursuit of the centralized Longevity character (Shou). All set within a carved hardwood frame stands in archaic motif reliefs. Jade feels moist and is a creme-white milky appearance with golden russet inclusions.

Dimensions: 13-1/4" H x 9-3/8" W

PROVENANCE: The private collections and estate from Louise “Pete†Clarke, (1923-2017) of Upper Falls farm. A popular antiques store owner in Mid Century.

The daughter of Frank R. Hammond, a real estate entrepreneur, and Madeline Bennett Hammond, a homemaker, grew up an only child in Upper Falls. Her father wanted a son, but instead gave his daughter the nickname “Pete†as a sort of consolation.

She left Upper Falls only to attend college, first at Washington College and later Ohio State, where she earned a master’s degree in social work.
She worked short stints as an administrator for the Girl Scouts and as a marriage counselor. Opened Pete Pickins in the 1950s.

Collecting the unusual with an eye for items from around the world over the decades she amassed a vast collection of rare and beautiful items.

Same provenance private collection of Louise Clarke offered at auction catalog listing from Lot-78, 79, 84, 164, 173, 174, and Lot-176.

Over all in EXCELLENT Condition, Natural Jade stone.

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