Lot 217 , A Chinese white jade bi disc, diameter 4.6cm, wood stand
A Chinese white jade bi disc, carved in high relief with a chi-dragon, the underside with taotie masks and scrolls, the stone of good even tone with a hint of russet, diameter 4.6cm, wood stand
Estimate £500-700
The stone has natural inclusions to it but the carving is in good condition with no restoration chips or cracks, the wood stand is not a particularly good fit for the bi disc.
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Sold for £550