Jade 'dragon' plaque, Eastern Han dynasty

A carved and fretworked jade plaque with reliefs on the front. It has an oval, symmetrical shape, composed of dragons. Two of them are shown facing each other and one with two heads. They are decorated with spiral forms. In good condition with patina. Openly carved animal patterns are a characteristic of Han-dynasty jade, especially those with 'dragon and phoenix'. In good condition with patina.

Size: 4.2 x 0.4 x 4 cm; Weight: 15 g