A Chinese celadon jade sword slide

Reference: ART1001727

The rectangular sword slide is incised to the upper surface with interlocking ruyi-heads bordering a row of cross-hatched diamonds to the centre, a stylized beast-head is carved to one edge. The stone is of a celadon town with some russet inclusions and fine veins.

Provenance: From the collection of Mr. J.E. Vaandrager