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Dragon Plaque Pendant, Shang Period

Offered by: Throckmorton Fine Art

Description
China
Dragon Plaque Pendant, Shang Period, 1600-1100 BCE
Jade
Signature: Gu Fang #13712
2.50 x 2 x 0.12 in (6.35 x 5.08 x 0.30 cm)
Inventory #: 81696

Description:
The flat coiled dragon pendant is carved from very fine pale green and translucent nephrite with minimal alternation. His body is decorated on both sides with hook-shaped designs. His mouth is open, and his eye is one large pupil. On top of his head are large, mushroom-shaped horns. See Gu Fang, The Complete Collection of Jades Unearthed in China, Vol 4, p. 110 for two similar examples excavated in Shandong Province.

With a certificate of authenticity issued by Gu Fang, Senior Fellow of the Institute of Archaeology Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS)
(#17312)

More Information

Period:	Pre 18th Century
Creation Date:	1600-1100 BCE
Styles / Movements:	Asian Art
Incollect Reference #:	715808

Dimensions

W.	2 in;	H.	2.5 in;	D.	0.12 in;
W.	5.08 cm;	H.	6.35 cm;	D.	0.3 cm;

Message from Seller:

Throckmorton Fine Art, based in New York City, has specialized in vintage and contemporary Latin American photography for over 25 years, alongside Chinese jades, antiquities, and pre-Columbian art. Contact us at 212.223.1059 or info@throckmorton-nyc.com to learn more about our exceptional collection.