California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 23, 2013  June 23, 2013

 Lot # 132 
A CARVED JADEITE 'MAGPIE ON BRANCHES' VASE WITH LID    十九世紀 翡翠雕喜上梅梢瓶


  • Dimension: H: 12 1/2 in (31.7 cm) W: 7 in (17.8 cm)
  • Estimate From: $12000
  • Estimate To: $18000

The vase of flattened form, surrounded by intricately carved plum tree branches, flowers, and magpie birds. Cleverly carved with russets highlighting birds, flowers, and branches, the vase is mostly of semi-transparent white color, with hint of green. The en-suite lid features a magpie perching on plum flowers as finial. 18th century.