White jade pendant ‘Bird and beast’, Qing dynasty

Made of translucent white jade. It features a circular composition depicting a bird and a beast facing each other. The design stands out for the fluidity of its rounded shapes, defining the wings, plumage and limbs of the beast through fine incised lines and subtle reliefs. Qing dynasty (1644–1911).

Size: 5.2 x 2.1 cm

Weight: 88 g