PROPERTIES FROM A FRENCH COLLECTOR OF JADE CARVINGS AND SNUFFBOTTLES A CHICKEN BONE JADE SEATED MYTHICAL BEAST OR TIGER CHINA, MING STYLE This mythical beast, possibly a tiger, has been carved out of a single pebble of chicken bone jade. It is depicted as seated, standing on its two forelegs whilst resting on its two hind legs, with its head bending between its two forelegs and its tail folded under its body. It has a round back and globular eyes highlighted with curvy eyebrows. Finely detailed with engravings such as curls on the ears and on the forelegs as well as claws. H: 4,3 cm - L: 6,5 cm Weight: 135,2 grams Provenance: Property from a French collector: a collection of jade and stone carvings and snuff bottles assembled over two decades. Pieces either bought privately or at public auction. 神兽或神虎鸡骨玉雕 中国，明代或后期 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.