A Chinese spinach jade figure group of a Buddhistic lion and cub, Qing dynasty, with finely carved

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A Chinese spinach jade figure group of a Buddhistic lion and cub, Qing dynasty, with finely carved and pierced detail, the spinach green stone with russet inclusions, length 7.7cm, the hardwood stand with silver wire inlaid decoration. Provenance: Sir William Younger, 1st Baronet, of Auchen Castle (1862-1937), and thence by descent. Sir William was the current vendor's great grandfather. Note: Sir William Younger was a Scottish politician who served as a Member of Parliament for a total of eleven years between 1895 and 1910. His residences were Auchen Castle in Moffat, Scotland, and 45 Prince's Gardens, London. It is believed it was during his time in London that his interest in Asian art began, becoming a regular visitor to well-established and respected dealers in Chinese works of art, including John Sparks and Bluetts.

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