A CHINESE CELADON JADE PIG DRAGON

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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. 7.58 cm. W. 5.2 cm. T. 1.92 cm. Weight 122 grams. Expertly carved from smooth celadon jade with rich russet and earthy calcified patina naturally spread across its surface, this coiled pig dragon bears iconic stylized features. Rendered in a classic C-shaped form, it boasts a central circular aperture and a small suspension perforation on the upper flank for threading cord. Distinct incised lines define its bulbous eye and snout, with a signature split separating the head from the rounded torso. The soft, rounded polished contours reflect refined hand-carving techniques. As a revered ritual jade ornament, it carries profound ancient symbolic meaning and elegant primitive aesthetic appeal.

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