Jade panel with reliefs, Qing dynasty

A rectangular carved jade panel decorated with elaborate reliefs on both sides. The main side depicts a vertical scene with three sages in the centre, standing next to a thousand-year-old tree in a mountainous landscape, a pagoda in the background, and a waterfall in the background. The reverse depicts a large cherry tree that occupies a large part of the space. It is supported by a green jade foot made up of two lateral supports and a central crosspiece with a cut-out profile.

Size of plaque: 18 x 14.20 cm; Size of foot: 22.70 x 4.80 x 15.20 cm; Total height: 22.70 cm; Weight of plaque: 721 g; Weight of foot: 258 g.

Provenance: European private collection.