MUSEUM QUALITY CHINESE NEOLITHIC JADE AXE HEAD / PENDANT - $900 - (Mount Sterling, KY)
DESCRIPTION: This medium sized ancient Chinese axw head is made of high quality translucent light green with lots of red known as "Blood Nephrite" Jade. It is worked and polished and well patinated on all surfaces. It is a somewhat flattened ovoid in cross-section. The overall form most typifies a variation of the 'Yue' Axe developed and utilized during the late Neolithic. The hole was initially pecked and then drilled biconically from both sides. There is also a lunate shaped 'starter hole' on one side as if the maker began drilling then decided to peck the start, likely because the stone was so hard. Based on its beauty, the small hole, and since the blade end is smooth without evidence of having ever been sharpened, it is possible that the stone was originally designed for useage as a pendant. Ex- Collection of Mr. Da Huang, New York, New York. Truly a beautiful example of early Chinese artistry. From a fine old Massachusetts, USA, Family Collection. Chinese Neolithic Period, most likely Liangzhu Culture (ca. 3,500 - 2,300 BCE) MATERIAL: Green and red 'Blood Nephrite' Jade. MEASUREMENTS: 3 3/4" Widest x 3 3/16" Tall x 5/16" Thick WEIGHT: 161 Grams __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Jackson's On Main sells high quality art and antiquities at excellent prices from both our extensive collection and from the private collections of our clients and various estates. Due to prior negative experiences, we reserve the right to cancel any bids from bidders with hidden feedback ratings. Please DO NOT BID if you have a private feedback rating. SHIPPING & PAYMENT INFORMATION: ALL items are packed and shipped with utmost care. WE SHIP VIA U.P.S. U.S.P.S OR FED-EX. Buyer is responsible for shipping and handling costs as stated in the auction unless 'FREE SHIPPING' is indicated. Insurance is included in any shipping costs/quotes. Payment by PAYPAL please Bill Jackson Jackson's On Main 209 West Main Street Mount…
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