LOT 125 JADE LIDDED VASE WITH DRAGON RELIEF
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Intricately carved Chinese Jade vase adorned with an elaborate motif. Feminine curves drift upward into a vast neck eventually meeting the domed lid and flaring bud finial. Prowling dragon handles flank either side of the neck. Intricately incised dragon over the ruyi clouds patterns adorn the entirety of the vase giving a rich quality to the piece. Nephrite has mottled appearance with scattered inclusions along with a beautiful transparent chalk-white tone. This superb example of ancient Chinese craftsmanship is elevated by a oval foot base. Measurements: Height: 8 3/4" Width: 4 1/2" Weight: 1329 g PROVENANCE: Jim Francis (Dec 24, 1944 - June 14, 2018) Resident of the Atlanta Metro area for numerous years.Jim Francis was a true scholar having a degree in English. His early career started as a professor at a community college in Kentucky. During the Vietnam era, he became an instructor for the US Air Force. When computers were first becoming popular Jim became a software engineer which lead him to a career in being a method analyst for a major hospital group. While working with Doctors from different cultures Jim became an avid collector of Chinese items, His widow has placed his treasured articles to be sold at auction. The Collections of Mr. Jim Francis are presented and offered up to auction from Lot-101 through Lot-128. For High Resolution Images, please use this link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nistxgdbviiy9am/AABXVKFL_ENax6zAu6onsaLga?dl=0
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