California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Mar. 15, 2014  Mar. 15, 2014

 Lot # 2400 
A WHITE AND RUSSET JADE 'CHILONG' BRUSH WASHER    玉雕螭龍海棠式筆洗


  • Dimension: W: 4 3/8 in (11.2 cm) H: 1 5/8 in (4.2 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3500
  • Estimate To: $4500

Of begonia shape and raising from a begonia shaped foot, the washer is carved in high relief with three twisted mythical beasts chilong climbing up on the sides and to the mouth rim. The stone is of white and russet tone with the latter mostly in exterior.