ARCHAIC CHINESE JADE MYTHOLOGICAL WINGED 'BOVIDAE' ANIMAL FIGURE, QING DYNASTY.

Description: SIAM GALLERY Co. INVESTMENT LEVEL ANTIQUITIES, COLLECTIBLES, AND DECORATIVE ARTBURMA. CAMBODIA. CHINA. INDIA. INDONESIA. JAPAN. LANKA. LAO. THAILAND. TIBET. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ PRICE SLASHED - REDUCED FROM $899.99 - GREAT VALUE. Archaic Chinese Jade Mythological Winged 'Bovidae' Animal Fugure, Late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) Description: An archaic Chinese Jade carved hybrid creature from ancient Chinese mythology, the Winged Goat (also classified as Ram or Sheep), a boilogically distinct animal of the 'Bovidae' family which formed an important motif within various chinese myths and legends, serving as an allusion in poetry and Chinese literature. In confucian philosophy, the Zodiacal Goat used in traditional Chinese calendar, is a symbol of 'Filial Piety' the virtue of respect for ones parents, elders, and ancestors.xxxxx Masterfully carved in relief, the jade figurine depicts a Himalayan Long Horn ungulate, with goat-like appearance, modeled as a species with backward curved ridged horns and mythical appetites, portrayed with highly detailed incised wings, seated in a recumbent position with four cloved-hoofs beneath its medium sized torso, relaxing in the steep elevated terrain of the Himalayan mountains, amongst celestial clouds, as indicated by incisions carved on both sides of its hind quarters; carved with a pair of spiral antlers, a snout, pointed ears, distinct neck, limbs, tail and intriicately incised throughout..xxxxx All natural vibrant celadon Jade of opaque quality, with mottled color variation, as well as some cohered mineral inclusions throughout. Data Observation: Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item. Dimensions: Diameter: 4.25 inches (10.80cm). Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Post Register Airmail (2-3 weeks). All items shall be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, and related charges, which may be assessed by the buyer's government. Terms: Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the auction end: includes a 14 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser. Guarantee: 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed - We are extremely confident that all items presented from our collection are genuine antiques. In the event the authenticity of an artifact is disputed, please contact us immediately. We will refund the respective purchase price, less a 10% (ten percent) re-stocking fee, provided that the item is returned in the original condition, and at the customers expense, together with copies of the respective receipt (s) and supporting evidence from a suitable qualified authority, certifing that the item we have sent you is not antique. Siam Gallery Co. reserves the right to contest a customers assessment in the event that proof is available to support the pieces authenticity. Please e-mail us with your questions and bid with confidence. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN OUR GALLERY OF FINE ART. (c) SIAMGALLERYCO - All Rights Reserved. COPYING THIS PAGE AND ALL ITS CONTENTS IS FRAUDULENT AND VIOLATES EBAY POLICY AND WILL BE REPORTED. On Nov-21-17 at 16:40:36 PST, seller added the following information: Track Page Views With Auctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 440.99 USD

Location: Bangkok

End Time: 2024-09-20T18:15:40.000Z

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