Lot 255

Chinese Nephrite Jade Pig Dragon Pendant w/ Bird

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Chinese Nephrite Jade Pig Dragon Pendant w/ Bird

Estimate: $500 - $750

Starting Bid: $200

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by Artemis Fine Arts
August 7, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
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Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

East Asia, China, Qing Dynasty to Republic era, ca. 19th to 20th century CE. A carved nephrite jade pendant in the form of a stylized zoomorph known as a "pig-dragon," surmounted by an abstract creature resembling a crouching bird or insect. The main body is shaped into an almost circular, C-shaped form, drilled for suspension. This style draws inspiration from similar jade artifacts excavated from Neolithic sites. The term "pig-dragon" (zhu long in Chinese) refers to a specific jade form, particularly associated with Hongshan culture, thought to hold ritual or symbolic significance. Often interpreted as a mythical hybrid, these forms likely represented spiritual beliefs central to early Chinese culture. Size: 1.75" L x 0.5" W x 2.75" H (4.4 cm x 1.3 cm x 7 cm)

Provenance: private New Orleans, Louisiana, USA collection, acquired 1990s in the Caribbean

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  • Condition: Intact and excellent.

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