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Dragon Plaque Pendant, Shang Period
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Description
China
Dragon Plaque Pendant, Shang Period, 1600-1100 BCE
Jade
Signature: Gu Fang #13712
2.50 x 2 x 0.12 in (6.35 x 5.08 x 0.30 cm)
Inventory #: 81696
Description:
The flat coiled dragon pendant is carved from very fine pale green and translucent nephrite with minimal alternation. His body is decorated on both sides with hook-shaped designs. His mouth is open, and his eye is one large pupil. On top of his head are large, mushroom-shaped horns. See Gu Fang, The Complete Collection of Jades Unearthed in China, Vol 4, p. 110 for two similar examples excavated in Shandong Province.
With a certificate of authenticity issued by Gu Fang, Senior Fellow of the Institute of Archaeology Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS)
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More Information
Period: Pre 18th Century Creation Date: 1600-1100 BCE Styles / Movements: Asian Art Incollect Reference #: 715808 -
Dimensions
W. 2 in; H. 2.5 in; D. 0.12 in; W. 5.08 cm; H. 6.35 cm; D. 0.3 cm;
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