Celadon and Russet Jade Lingzhi Washer, Qing Dynasty

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A celadon and russet jade 'lingzhi' washer, Xi Qing Dynasty, 18th/19th century, of deeply flared form, carved as a hollowed ruyi head with gnarled lingzhi fungus stems rising in deep relief around the sides from branches forMing the foot, a bat resting below the rim, the stone of pale greenish tone with areas of russet suffusions, wood stand. -2. 7.5 cm high. Provenance: Christie's, South Kensington, 12 May 2017, lot 252. Private Collection, Western Australia.

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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.
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.

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