A CHINESE OPENWORK JADE HUANG PENDANT

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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. L. 7.27 cm. W. 3.36 cm. T. 0.52 cm. Weight 24 grams. This slender openwork jade huang is carved from warm honey-toned nephrite naturally stained with deep russet patina concentrated on its left side. Stylized interlaced human and avian motifs form its fluid silhouette, defined by precise incised spiral scrolls and varied hollow cutouts that create rhythmic negative space. A small suspension hole is neatly drilled through the upper terminal for threading into jade necklaces. All edges bear soft, worn rounded contours from long-term ancient polishing. The delicate linear engraving and integrated zoomorphic-human iconography showcase sophisticated traditional jade craftsmanship for ceremonial wearable adornment.

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