Figure of "Lion" in carved jade.

Possible Ming dynasty. Celadon toned jade delicately carved. It represents a lion lying down with its mouth open, as if roaring, and scratching its neck with one paw. The detail in the representation of the elements stands out: beard, ruyi nose, body and expressive eyes.

Provenance: Private collection, Germany.

Size: 9,30 x 7 x 5,80 cm; Weight: 396 g