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LOT 2210

Chinese Han Style White Jade Garment Fastener

19TH CENTURY A.D.

3 in. (32.3 grams, 78 mm).

With a roughly S-shaped profile, one terminal carved as a dragon's head with bulging eyes and snub nose; oval lug to reverse; repaired.

Provenance

Acquired 1990s.
Ex French collection.

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LOT 2210

Chinese Han Style White Jade Garment Fastener

Estimate £180 - 240€210 - 280 (for guidance only)$240 - 320 (for guidance only)

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