California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 December 10, 2016  December 10, 2016

 Lot # 5158 
AN ARCHAIC WHITE AND RUSSET JADE CICADA    漢 玉蟬


  • Dimension: Length: 2 3/8 in (6 cm) Width: 1 3/8 in (3.5 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1000
  • Estimate To: $1500

In the form of a flattened cicada, carved with protruded eyes and incised markings on its folded wings, the underside in low relief depicting its tucked legs and thorax, the stone of yellowish white tone with russet and black inclusion. Han Dynasty period.