A CHINESE JADE DUCK WATER POT, SONG DYNASTY (960-1279)

Reference: ART1008148

A Chinese jade carving of a duck, well carved in recumbent position with its feet folded neatly under its body, the wings and tail feathers delicately defined with short incisions, the softly polished stone of an attractive greenish-yellow tone with areas of pale sugar-brown coloration.

3.4 by 6.3 cm.

PROVENANCE
Private collection, Switzerland