A Greenish-White Jade Plaque inset in a Zitan Silver-wired box of oval shape. The plaque is finely carved in relief with two Melons issuing from a leavy branch. (symbol for unity of the family, growth and good health) The stone is of a pale celadon tone. The plaque is inset into the cover of a wood box and was carved during the Qianlong reign, the box is possibly from a more recent date. Long, wood box is 6.8 cm x 5.9 cm and stands 4.2 cm tall on 4 raised feet. The oval-shaped box and cover is inlaid with very slim silver-wire depicting flowering prunus blossoms all around. Condition:The plaque is in a good condition, restoration and small chips to the rim of the box. This listing is without a reserve price. If you are visiting Amsterdam please come to the Antiekcentrum Amsterdam, the largest indoor art and antique centre of the Netherlands with over 90 showcases and appr. Hope to meet you in the future. The item “Chinese pale Celadon Jade plaque inset in a Zitan Silver wire wood box. Qianlong” is in sale since Monday, September 26, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “foodforcollectors2010″ and is located in Amsterdam. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Color: Greenish-white (pale celadon)
- Type: Plaque
- Primary Material: Jade and wood
- Age: Pre-1800
- Region of Origin: China
- Original/Reproduction: Original
