Chinese jade pig, late Qing

  

Chinese jade pig, late Qing, the body carved into a recumbent animal with its head resting on its front hooves and hind legs tucked under its body, the tail curling around the left haunch, length: 2 in. The pig is a symbol of abundance and prosperity; it is the last animal in the Chinese zodiac and represents hai, the last of the twelve earthly branches. Along with the sheep, cow, chicken and dog, the pig is one of the original five domesticated animals of the Chinese. Do feel free to get in touch with any queries. Update Due to current restrictions our access to some of our stock is limited.

As members of the British Antique Dealers' Association (BADA), we are obliged to adhere to their rules of conduct. This means that our cataloguing is of the highest standard. The item "Chinese jade pig, late Qing" is in sale since Thursday, October 1, 2020. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Jade/Hardstone".

The seller is "guestandgray" and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Region of Origin: Chinese
2. Product: Carving
3. Age: Pre-1800
4. Primary Material: Jade/ Hardstone
5. Features: Handcarved
6. Sub-Type: pig
7. Original/Repro: Antique Original
8. Chinese Dynasty: Qing (1644-1911)