Qing Dynasty Jade Bi Xie with Lingzhi Spray

A fine Chinese jade carving of bi Xie, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911),…
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A fine Chinese jade carving of bi Xie, Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the mythical animal recumbent and carved with full rounded body, the head turned backwards, and grasping a long, leafy 'Lingzhi' spray (the sacred mushroom) in its mouth, its back paws slightly raised, the pale green jade with a few russet inclusions, 10 cm length, with decorative wooden stand. Other Notes: for similar, please see Christie's, New York, 30 March, 2005, lot 111, Sotheby's, London, 6 November 2013, lot 283, Sotheby's, London, 14 May, 2008, Lot 583

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  • Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.

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