Antique Chinese Jade Mythical Sleeping Dragon (Chilong) Scroll Weight, Qing Dynasty, Inscribed

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$3,800.00
$2,900.00

Beautifully carved early Qing Dynasty Chinese Scolars jade scroll weight carved in high relief with a Chilong 'dragon recumbent in the centre of the piece. Simple traditional decoration on either end in the form of a dragon face, archaic inscription on verso. Incised cuts on edges and very smooth to the touch.. Russet inclusions. Used originally for keeping scrolls/letters in place.

Soft sheen on the jade, pale green and mustard/amber highlights - fine detailing on the sleeping dragon (referred to as a homeless dragon).
This homeless little dragon is now looking for a new home.
A rare and unusual find.

Dimensions: L6", D1", H.6".  Condition: very good.

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