R1184
£6,850
Description
A Chinese pure white jade carving of a mandarin duck and its young, each resting on a large lotus leaf with overturned edge amongst lotus flowers and leaves, with detailed work to the eyes and wing feathers.
5cm long.
Qianlong, 1736-1795.
Wood stand.
Condition
Excellent.
Provenance & Additional Information
- Formerly in an English private collection.
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