#450 • 18th C. Carved Green Jade Covered Wedding Jar

Part of Lunar New Year Royal Family Auction (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $30,000-$32,000 18th C. Carved Green Jade Covered Round Well Wishes Wedding Jar on Wooden Base - This is an 18th century carved green jade wedding jar meant to bring well wishes to a newlywed couple. This generous portion of Chinese green jade is carved into a slightly tapered deep round vessel, raised on a ring foot base with a domed lid embellished with a high relief handle. The exterior of the jar is adorned in shallow relief with incised geometrical patterns, displaying expert workmanship and the highest attention to detail. The jar and cover rest on a carved wood base. Measurements (approximate): 6.5"H x 5" in diameter.