Lot 82: A Chinese Carved Pale Celadon Hardstone Figure of a Red-crowned Crane, 20th Century
A Chinese carved hardstone figurine depicting a Red-crowned Crane, a traditional symbol of longevity and auspiciousness. The sculpture is fashioned from a translucent pale celadon-green stone, likely a variety of serpentine or bowenite, exhibiting natural internal inclusions and clouding. The bird is rendered in a dynamic pose with pierced openwork between the neck and body. The plumage on the wings and body is detailed through fine incised lines. The head features a vibrant orange-red highlight to the crown, and the eyes are picked out with small black inserts or pigment. This item is characteristic of 20th-century Chinese lapidary work produced for both domestic and export markets.
Length: 10.5 cm
Height: 8.5 cm.
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