White jade figure of Hetian ‘Rams’, Qing dynasty

White Hetian jade depicting three reclining rams, a mother with her young. Their bodies intertwine in a delicate interplay of gazes and postures. The fine engraved details on the heads and horns stand out, as do the small openwork holes. The piece is accompanied by a wooden base carved with a plant motif.

Jade size: 4 x 6 x 8 cm

Jade weight: 230 g