Black jade with fine satin texture, larger cloud-like inclusion of celadon jade, creating a unique pattern, smooth and soft polish. China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) or earlier

Flattened rectangular jade axe blade with regular tapering sides to the curved cutting edge

Shape: Upright rectangular shape with rounded corners, very flattened sides and regularly tapering to the curved cutting edge, drilled from both sides with a prominent circular hole for attachment to a shaft
Dimensions: 6,4 cm (height), 5,8 cm (width), 0,4 cm (depth), 0,8 cm (diameter of the drilled hole)
Condition: Good condition, minor chips to the rim of the drilled hole, fine hand patina
Provenance: Private Canadian Collection

清代或更早期墨玉斧
品相良好，鑽孔的邊緣有磕碰，包漿細膩
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