California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sept 07, 2014  Sept 07, 2014

 Lot # 3166 
A WHITE JADE SHELL-FORM BOX    清乾隆 白玉貝形盒


  • Dimension: L: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm) W: 2 3/8 in (6.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $2500
  • Estimate To: $3500

Carved in the form of shell, the exterior is skillfully carved with elegant crest patterns to resemble the natural shell exterior, two parts fitting perfectly. The stone is of overall white tone with some russet areas. Qing Qianlong Dynasty period.