A very rare and fine small white-brown jade carving of a human figure
Standing with large, angular oval eyes. Wearing a long robe decorated with incised curling patterns. Hands resting on its belly. Decorations made with double lined incisions.
Style of: Shang or possibly older -Hong Shang (3500 BC – 2200 BC), Origin: Northern China (Yellow River and surroundings), age determination uncertain
Height: 16.5cm
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