Jade "Sun God" pendant, Hongshan culture

Hetian jade "河磿玉" (Hé lì yù) carved with reddish inclusions. The shape of the amulet depicts a "Sun God" of human appearance, but with wings, horns and the face of a wild beast. The posture is that of a squatting figure with his hands on his legs. In very good condition for its age.  

Provenance: Important collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980.

References: The Cleveland Museum of art "Amulet in the Form of a Seated Figure with Bovine Head" reference number: 1953.628. 

Size: 8.9 x 2.7 x 3.3 cm; Weight: 105 g