California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 13, 2015  June 13, 2015

 Lot # 5809 
A WHITE JADE CARVED BRIDGE    清 白玉雕小橋流水人物擺件


  • Dimension: Length without stand: 5 11/16 in (14.5 cm)
  • Estimate From: $2500
  • Estimate To: $3500

Carved as an arched bridge flanked with pine and wutong trees, including an elderly figure ascending; a figure standing atop holding a rope tied to a mule; a figure carrying a bucket over shoulder; and a small boat travelling under the bridge. The stone is of semi-translucent even white tone with caramel inclusion worked into the overall design. Accompanied with a hardwood stand carved into scudding water waves under the bridge. Qing Dynasty period.