8/8/2023 0 Comments Natural jade pixiu bixie![]() ![]() The present jade bixie is also strikingly similar to the creature on the finial of a Han dynasty seal illustrated in Gu Fang, ed., Zhongguo chu tu yu qi quan ji: Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei , Beijing, 2005, vol. A jade beast of this type with an elongated body from the Qing Court Collection, is published in The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum: Jadeware I, Hong Kong, 1995, pl. Sackler Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, San Antonio Museum of Art, San Antonio, 2011, cat. S1987.797), was included in the exhibition 5000 Years of Chinese Jade: Featuring Selections from the National Museum of History, Taiwan and the Arthur M. A similar jade bixie, also poised in a crouching prowl and with the face turned to the side, sold in these rooms, 2nd November 1979, lot 51, and was subsequently illustrated in Jessica Rawson, Chinese Jade–From the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, pl. 26:7. A third related example is in the National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C. Compare one exhibited in Chinese Jades from Han to Ch’ing, Asia House Gallery, Asia Society, New York, 1980, cat. At the same time, lapidary arts flourished, and jade animals of unprecedentedly high quality started to be carved. The present bixie is a superb example of the sculptural practices of the period, and the era's enthusiasm for miraculous creatures that were believed to be portents possessing supernatural power.Ī number of similar jade bixie attributed to the Han dynasty are known. This aesthetic was applied to images of both real and mythical creatures, and across artistic mediums. ![]() We urge bidders to ask specific / detailed questions before placing a bid.Moving away from the highly stylized depictions of animals in the Shang and Zhou dynasties, artisans of the Han dynasty and Six Dynasties developed a more naturalistic approach to representing animals. ![]() ![]() In that case, trust the photos! Your bid should be based on the photos and measurements.Please DO NOT MAKE ANY ASSUMPTION. Due to our limited knowledge, our description might contain errors. Our photos should give you a very accurate representation of the item. We try to describe each item as accurately as possible and catch any flaws however, your trained eye and knowledge of particular items may notice something that we do not. All non-paying bidders will be reported to Ebay and banned from our future auctions.All items are sold 'as-is' and NO REFUNDS will be given. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.Terms of Sale:Please bid only if you are serious and agree to the terms and conditions. Combining multiple items for shipping with reduced shipping fee is a possibility.Duties:Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. Item:from a local San Diego estate, hereyou are bidding a nice Chinese carved jade sculpture depicting a pixiu bixie mystic creature a wonderful work of art and highly collectible, don't miss this nice piece!don't forget to checkoutour other listingsand we will combine shipping to save you moneySize:2" in lengthCondition:nicevintage condition with expected wears Payment:Payment must be received within 3 days of the end of the auction or after revised invoice is issued.Shipping:Handling time is 5 business days For US buyers, shipping will be either FedEx or USPS For international buyers, if not otherwise specified in the shipping section, items will be shipped by either USPS Priority Mail International, USPS Express Mail International or USPS First Class Mail. ![]()
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