SPECIAL CHRISTMAS AUCTION, 29 DECEMBER 2025 - 1ST SESSION: ASIAN ART
Jade pendant with turquoise ‘Mask’, Shang dynasty
Lot 80.
Deposit. -
Output Value. 850 €
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Description.
Celadon-coloured jade ritual pendant, decorated using the semi-precious stone inlay technique. The piece depicts a taotie mask carved in relief with large eyes, a broad nose, prominent teeth and stylised horns. It stands out for its use of natural turquoise tesserae set into the grooves of the design to highlight the facial features. It shows patina due to its age. Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC).
Size: 7.9 x 2 x 6.5 cm
Weight: 140
Provenance:
· Tommy Lam Collection, Hong Kong, since 1980
