Chinese Jade Double Gourd Vase Chilong Green Spinach Cover Wood Stand Qing 19C

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Inventory Code: INV4508

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Chinese Jade Double Gourd Vase Chilong Green Spinach Cover Wood Stand Qing 19C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4508

Object: Covered Double Gourd Vase

Material: Jade

Origin: China

Period: Qing Dynasty

Date: 19th Century

Decoration: Deep green spinach jade carved with openwork chilong dragons and scrolling foliage on a double gourd form

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 5.7 in / 14.5 cm (included wooden stand)

Width: 2.2 in / 5.5 cm

Depth: 1.4 in / 3.5 cm

Height: 4.7 in / 12.0 cm (only Jade vase)

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – Well carved and attractive overall. Lid appears to have an adhesive residue visible to the underside. Minor surface wear and natural inclusions consistent with age. Wooden stand with age-related wear. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

Finely carved Chinese spinach jade double gourd vase with matching cover.

The vessel is decorated with openwork chilong dragons and trailing vine motifs wrapping around the body.

The stone displays attractive dark and bright green tones with natural mottling throughout.

Presented on a carved hardwood display stand and housed in a fitted presentation box.

A decorative and well-executed example of Qing style jade carving.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

The double gourd, or hulu, is an important symbol in Chinese art associated with longevity, prosperity, and protection.

Chilong dragons frequently appear in Qing jade carvings and are admired for their lively movement and auspicious symbolism.

Dark green spinach jade examples with elaborate openwork carving remain popular with collectors of Chinese decorative arts.

NOTES

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