CHINESE JADE 2 DRAGONS PAPERWEIGHT SCULPTURE

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CHINESE JADE 2 DRAGONS PAPERWEIGHT SCULPTURE click to m e please click view all my auction Weight: 310g Maximal Size: Length: 5.8" Material: jade/nephrite Age Character: Ming A.D. 1368-1644 Description : This is an exquisite Chinese jade paperweight engraved one graceful "Chi" dragon following other one dragon on the surface of paperweight, t are some curled cloud patterns engraved around dragons. Jade figurines of animals, people and mythological creators have been used as shrine guardians in China before known history. The all figures of the carving shows a very fine detailed craftsmanship, the high degree of naturalism achieved is testimony of the jade carver's skill. Now this object not only retain their original material attributes but are endowed with the life anmid qualities of the artisans who made it. Through this object, the collector can trace the path of history, piece together the contours of ancient civilization, witness many a soul-strring historic event, meet the heroes and heroines of long ago, and feel the pulse of a nation traveling a rugged historic path. This jadeware is an excellent object made by the highly skilled jade artisan. The elegant shape of their profile, the detailed carvings, its fine craftsmanship, crystal-clear and flawless luster and superbly executed decorations make it outstanding works. read more