Yellow jade figurine ‘Mythical Beast’, Qing dynasty

Carved jade of faint yellow, translucent, with broad reddish and amber tones. It shows a seated beast, with its torso resting on its four flexed legs and its curled tail next to its thigh. The head is tilted to one side, and shows a piercing gaze, with large eyes, a broad muzzle and two flat ears. It shows patina from ageing. Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) or later.  

Size: 3.3 x 2.5 x 5.5 cm

Weight: 63 g