A CHINESE ARCHAIC CARVED JADE FIGURE

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PROVENANCE: The private collection of Earl Sorensen, based in Atlanta, Georgia, represents decades of dedicated collecting in the fields of Buddhist art and Chinese jade. An international businessman who frequently traveled throughout Asia during the 1960s, Sorensen developed a deep appreciation for Eastern art and culture through his extensive business activities.During a business trip to western China, he was presented with a Buddha statue by a local monk. This meaningful gift sparked a lifelong passion for Buddhist artifacts, Chinese jades, and other works reflecting the rich artistic and spiritual traditions of Asia. Over the following decades, he carefully assembled a distinguished collection, acquiring pieces that reflected both aesthetic beauty and historical significance.As he prepares for retirement and relocation to Florida, Mr. Sorensen has chosen to share his cherished collection with the next generation of collectors.The Earl Sorensen Collection is offered in this auction as Lots 267?271 and Lots 401?434. H. 10.7 cm. W. 6.33 cm. T. 2.07 cm. Weight 198 grams. Crafted from pale celadon jade veined with widespread milky white calcified patina, this openwork carved figure presents a stylized robed human form with an elaborate curled head ornament. The figure?s arms cradle a miniature ritual vessel, with delicate incised linear textures detailing the layered robes. Fluid sweeping curves form the silhouette, paired with scroll-shaped base terminals for stable display. Every edge is smoothly polished with soft rounded contours from careful hand grinding. Blending intricate hollow-out carving and subtle surface engraving, this decorative jade ornament embodies refined symbolic craftsmanship and elegant flowing classical sculptural lines.

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