A CHINESE ARCHAIC OPENWORK JADE PENDANT

拍品描述

Weighing 20 grams and measuring 8 cm long alongside a width of 4.5 cm, this elegantly contoured jade ornament features elaborate openwork carvings rendering a sinuous archaic dragon motif. Natural varied patination spans warm russet, deep charcoal and milky translucent nephrite across the stone, creating organic tonal contrasts throughout the pierced scrollwork. Delicate cut-out apertures trace the mythical beast's flowing curvilinear silhouettes, while softly polished surfaces highlight the jade's textured aged patina. Showcasing refined ancient lapidary techniques and auspicious dragon iconography, this intricately fashioned pendant is a refined addition to curated assemblages of early Chinese jade decorative artefacts.

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