138 free≤an’s fine & decorative asian arts
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644 11-2099/24 Chinese soapstone seal republic period Four character seal decorated in relief with plum branches. H: 2 in. $800-1,000 645 11-2098/44 Chinese carved agate ‘peanut’ grouping 19th century Elongated form, carved in cameo to show three joined peanuts, pod verso. L: 3 in. $1,000-1,200
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646 11-2098/43 Chinese carved hornbill buckle qianlong period Two parts, of rectangular outline carved to show coiled qilong among ruyi scrolls, oval disks verso. L: 4 1/4 in. $4,000-6,000 647 11-2098/42 Chinese carved amber grouping 19th century The oval mountain carved to show peony blossoms and vine-work, over wood base. Carving H: 4 in. $2,000-3,000
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