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Chinese Pair Year of Rabbit Fine Jade Rabbit Sculptures

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China, In commemoration of the year of the rabbit- we are proud to offer these rare carvings. A finely carved pair (2) of antique celadon jade crouching rabbits. These handsome jades were carved for potential pendant suspension as can be seen. Beautiful examples with brown inclusions. Quality: fine condition, no cracks or repairs. Dimensions: largest is 1.75 inches in length Provenance: Old New York collection and accompanied by our Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. The Moon hare usagi is a mythical figure in Far Eastern folklore. This folklore originated in China and then spread to other Asian cultures. It is thought to live on the Moon that identify the hare with the moon's dark markings. The rabbit is seen as pounding with a mortar and pestle - pounding the elixir of life for consumption and show hand production of mochi. In Japanese and Korea the rabbit is pounding these ingredients for mochi rice cakes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.87 in (2.21 cm)Width: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Depth: 0.15 in (3.81 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289241653202

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