A PALE CELADON JADE ‘DRAGON’ ORNAMENTAL PLAQUE CHINA, LATE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY This piece is pierced with tiny holes and may have originally been part of a complete dragon made of applied jade plaques, possibly on a screen. It is carved as a dragon face and finely detailed with engraving, e.g. for the mane. L: 16,5 - width: 15,4 cm Weight: 401,2 grams Note: Compare with a related fragment of a jade plaque shaped as a dragon sold at SOTHEBY’S Paris, France, 2019-12-10, lot 64, €5,250. 淡青瓷龙纹牌 中国，晚清，19世纪 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.