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Two Chinese jade carvings, 20th century, comprising:a Budai, seated wearing a long robe exposing his bare belly, a rosary in his left hand, a sack bag in his right,8.5cm long, wood stand, and the other, of a boy holding a vase, seated on the back of an elephant,8cm long, wood stand (3)Provenance: From the deceased estate of Rosemary and Theo Cutting in Suffolk.Condition ReportElephant - chipped to rim of vase and the tip of the right tusk, stone with hairline cracks. Wood stand - one foot damaged with chips and cracks. Budai - cracks to stone, wood stand chipped. Fixed to wood stand.

Three Chinese jade carvings, 20th century, each in the form of a double gourd, carved with a bat or chilong,11.5 to 12.5cm long (3)Condition ReportOne with inclusions to stone and cracked to the underside.No obvious faults.

A set of twelve hand carved gemstone, crystal and jade elephants, 4cm tall, complete in presentation case.

Exquisite set handcrafted and glazed in a jade green to mauve gradient. Set includes 12 bowls (2.5" H x 6.5" dia.), 12 cups (6" H x 2.5" dia.), 2 candle holders (10.75" H x 5" dia.), 4 mugs (5" L x 3.75" W x 4" H), 11 dinner plates (1" H x 10.5" dia.), and 9 dessert or lunch plates (1" H x 8.25" dia.). Stamped Cady Clay Works to base. Condition: Age related wear.

ATTRIBUTED TO RICHARD LLEWELLYN RATHBONE: A JADE NECKLACEWith oval cut jade cabochon set in a scrollwork mount, integrated on a intricate scrollwork fancy link chain, with box clasp, in unmarked gold, 45cm in length with pendant, gross weight 13.8 gramsCONDITION REPORTIn overall good condition, clasp fastens securely, links have minimal wear

A Chinese green jade jug and cover, carved in the form of a cockerel. 3" high.

D'joy; A "925"Carved Green Jade, Russian Diopside and Natural White Cambodian Zircon Bangle, "925" Russian diopside set floral earrings, TGGC "925" carved aqua chalcedony ring, "925" heart shaped pendant necklace, with articulated stone set to open centre etc :- One Tray

A FINE CHINESE SPINACH GREEN JADE BRUSH WASHER, QING DYNASTY. Finely carved shallow brush washer in the form of an open lotus leaf with leafy stems and lotus flowers with a frog perched on the edge with snails to the interior. 11cm widthProvenance: From a private local Bath collection.Good condition with no signs of damage or repairs.

A CHINESE WHITE JADE LION GROUP PENDANT, QING DYNASTY. Carved in the form with two recumbent lions with their heads turned into one another with a single pierced hole. 3.2cm width. Provenance: From a private local Bath collection Good overall condition with no signs of damage or repair.

A GROUP OF CHINESE METAL WARE HAIR PINS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY. Two double pronged pins with pierced sections of floral scrolls and butterfly; Another with jade inserts within peony bloom and butterfly section with phoenixes on springs; Together with a comb depicting a dragon chasing a flaming pearl. Approx, 11 - 16cm lengths. (4)Provenance: Property of a local lady, thence by descent. 

A CHINESE WHITE JADE DEER GROUP ON WOODEN STAND, 19/20TH CENTURY. Carved and pierced in the form of three recumbent deer with cloud scrolls and Yin Yang. On a fitted openwork hardwood stand carved and pierced with foliage on rock work. 6cm length. (2)Provenance: From a private local Bath collectionJade in good overall condition with no signs of damage or repair. The wooden stand with small section of loss to front edge.

TWO CHINESE JADE CARVINGS, QING DYNASTY. To include a white jade carving of a boy holding a lingzhi spray; Together with a carved and pierced celadon pendant with incised decoration. Both with wooden display stands. 5cm and 7cm length (2)Both in good overall condition, very minute nicks to top of lingzhi spray stem to note.

A CHINESE CARVED AGATE SNUFF BOTTLE, 19/20TH CENTURY. Of flattened globular form carved in relief with scene of three monkeys perched in a peach tree. With a pale green jade cover. 7.4cm tall including stopper.Provenance: From a private local Bath collectionGood overall condition without signs of damage or repair. Jade stopper without cork or spoon.

A GROUP OF ASIAN ITEMS, 20TH CENTURY. To include a Tibetan Buddhist scroll holder; A large pair of carved jade seals surmounted by buffalo; A pair of Japanese bronze censers with apocryphal six character marks of Xuande; Together with an Indian stamp block with image of Ganesh. Seals 20.5cm tall. (6)Scroll holder with misshapen edge to interior cover. One horn to large buffalo on seal restuck.

A GROUP OF CHINESE JADE JADEITE JEWELLERY ITEMS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY. To include a graduating circular beaded necklace with spring ring clasp; A brooch carved and pierced with floral blooms, mounted in white metal featuring butterflies and lotus pads with a safety chain; Together with a 14K gold ring with carved and pierced floral cabochon, stamped 14K B&F. With one loose bead. Brooch 4.3cm width. Ring size J/K. (4)Good overall condition.

A CHINESE PALE CELADON JADE SNUFF BOTTLE, 19/20TH CENTURY. Of flattened globular form carved in relief with twin lion mask ring handles at the shoulder. Decorated with fish and flowering branches with inscription to reverse. With a coral mounted gilt stopper. 6.2cm tall. Provenance: From a private local Bath collection Good overall condition with no signs of damage or repairs. Only slight nicks to coral stopper to note.

A CHINESE BLACK OVERLAY PINK AND WHITE SNUFF BOTTLE, QING DYNASTY. Of flattened ovoid form, well carved in relief featuring twelve magpies in a flowering tree with a band of stiff overlapping leaves at the neck. Signed. With a green jade stopper. 8.5cm tall including stopper.Provenance: From a private local Bath collectionGood overall condition with no signs of damage or repair.

THREE CHINESE JADE PENDANTS. To include a circular carved and pierced pale celadon pendant depicting fish in a lotus pond; An ovoid carved and pierced pale celadon fitting depicting a dragon amidst floral scrolls, the underside concave without decoration; Together with an archaic style celadon pendant of dragon form. 5.5cm - 9cm. (3)Overall good condition.

A GROUP OF CHINESE JEWELLERY ITEMS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY. To include a carved rose quartz beaded necklace mounted in silver; A silver king fisher inlaid pendant with green glass bead, on metal chain; A cinnabar red lacquer brooch carved in relief with floral sprays mounted in metal with spring clasp; A jade bi disc pendant mounted in white metal; A carved jade pendant in the form of a gourd; Together with five jade and carnelian dress studs and brooches. (10) Used but good condition.Provenance: Property of a local lady, thence by descent. 

A CHINESE PALE CELADON JADE BRUSH WASHER ON WOODEN STAND, QING DYNASTY. Carved in the form of a lotus blossom with a bird perched on the edge of the flower. On a carved and pierced open work stand in the form of branches. 6.8cm length. (2) Provenance: From a private local Bath collection Jade in good overall condition with no signs of damage or repair. Wooden stand with section of loss to underside.

A CHINESE WHITE JADE CARVING OF A DEER, QING DYNASTY. Carved and pierced in the form of a recumbent deer with its head turned upwards holding a lingzhi stem in its mouth. The back and right side of the deers body incised with star motifs. 6cm length. Provenance: From a private local Bath collection Good overall condition with no signs of damage or repair.

A CHINESE PALE CELADON JADE PENDANT. Carved and pierced featuring a deer and bat amidst leafy scrolls within a rope twist border surmounted with two facing dragons. 8.2cm x 6.2cmIn good overall condition with no signs of damage or repair. Very minor nicks surface wear to one side.

A CHINESE MUGHAL STYLE WHITE JADE SNUFF BOTTLE WITH COVER. Very finely hollowed and carved in relief set on four ruyi feet with a band of ruyi around the shoulder and blossoming lotus flower heads at the sides. With a lotus flower head cover. 6.4cm tall.Provenance: From a private local Bath collectionOne slight nick to edge of petal on cover. Otherwise in good overall condition with no signs of further defects or damage.

GOLD CUFFLINKS AND DRESS STUDS, FUJIYAMA HONG KONG, EARLY 20TH CENTURY. A pair of 18 carat yellow gold bamboo design cufflinks with jade insert, stamped 18K; Together with a pair of 14 carat yellow gold dress studs with cultural pearls, stamped 14K HK. Each in original boxes from Fyjiyama Hong Kong and Fujiyama Hong Kong & Kobe. Cufflinks 4.4g. Studs 1.3g (2)Good overall condition.

FOUR STRINGS OF JADE JADEITE BEADS, BURMESE. Circular beads of graduating sizes in pale to dark green colours. Bead sizes approx. 8mm - 19mm diam. Each string approx. 90cm length (4) Good overall condition with signs of war from use.Provenance: Property of a local lady, thence by descent. 

TWO CHINESE CARVED JADE ITEMS. To include a pale celadon pendant in the form of a recumbent mythical beast; Together with a white jade vajra, each end pierced with a detached ball to the interior. 4cm and 5cm length. (2)Both in good overall condition.

A CHINESE PALE CELADON AND RUSSET JADE CARVING OF A LION, MING DYNASTY. The figure recumbent with its tail tucked under its body, with front leg extended and its head turned to the right. 10.5cm length. Weight 313 grams.Section of natural defect to the jade at the tail. No signs of actual damage or repair.

A FINE AND RARE PAIR OF CHINESE BLACK AND WHITE STRIATED NEPHRITE JADE BOWLS, 18/19TH CENTURY.Carved with rounded sides on a very slightly tapered round foot leading into an everted rim. The base of the foot and underside of the rim are finely incised bands. Each with incised six character marks of Qianlong to base and possibly of the period (1736-95). 14.2cm diam. (2)Ref: For an identical sized bowl also with Qianlong mark described as 18/19th century, see Christie's sale of Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, September 2010, LOT 1113.Provenance: From a private local Bath collection Very minor nicks at rim but in good overall condition with no major cracks or chips.

A QUANTITY OF JADE PENDANTS AND HAT FITTINGS, 19/20TH CENTURY. Of various colours and forms to include butterflies, fish, birds, bi discs etc. (76)Provenance: Property of a local lady, thence by descent. 

A PALE GREEN AND RUSSET JADE CARVING OF A MYTHICAL BEASTMing DynastyExpertly carved as a single-horned mythical beast in a crouched position, with the head turned backward, featuring bulbous eyes beneath bushy brows, finely carved mane flowing down the breast, a knobbly spine and bifurcated tail, the stone of celadon hue with brown and russet striations. 6.5cm (2 1/2in) highFootnotes:明 褐斑青玉瑞獸把件Compare with a related grey green jade mythical beast, Ming dynasty, illustrated in Chinese Jade Animals, Hong Kong, 1996, p.160, pl.143. See also a related pale green and russet jade carving of a mythical beast, Ming dynasty, sold at Bonhams London, 18 May 2023, lot 84.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN JADE CARVING OF A TIGERSong/Yuan Dynasty or laterCrisply carved, the large recumbent feline turned sharply to the right with its paws tucked beneath the squareish head baring sharp fangs, large almond-shaped eyes beneath tubular ears, the ridged spine extending down the back and terminating with a long tail sweeping beneath its right haunch, the stone of pale green tone with frost-white and russet inclusions, box. 10cm (4in) long. (2).Footnotes:宋/元或以後 青玉雕虎把件Compare with a related large jade carving of a tiger, Song dynasty or later, in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, illustrated by M.Wilson, Chinese Jades, London, 2004, no.75. The present piece draws inspiration from jade tigers of the Han dynasty, characterised by their coiled, reclined, or seated posture reflecting the natural shape of the pebble they were carved from. These jade sculptures typically feature squared eyes, minimal incised details, and a flattened base. They may originally have been inspired by Han dynasty bronze mat weights. Related jade tigers can be found in various notable collections. See a black and yellow jade mythical feline, Southern Song or Yuan dynasty (12th-14th century), illustrated by A.Forsyth and B.McElney, Jades from China, Bath, 1994, no.230. Another related black jade tiger-like beast, Yuan/Ming dynasty, is illustrated in Chinese Jade Animals, Hong Kong, 1996, p.152, no.135.See a related pale green and brown jade carving of a tiger, Ming dynasty, which was sold at Sotheby's New York, 21 September 2021, lot 52.Saleroom notices:Please note that the date of the present lot should be Song/Yuan Dynasty or later, and not as stated in the catalogue. 請注意此件拍品斷代為 '宋/元或以後'，與圖錄所述不同。For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN JADE CARVING OF A MYTHICAL BEAST AND CUB17th/18th centuryThe single-horned beast carved in a recumbent position, featuring bulbous eyes beneath bushy brows and finely incised mane, the head resting on the front paws and turning to the right, the accompanying cub turning back to gaze at the larger, the stone of pale green tone with light russet striations and white inclusions, wood stand. 7.8cm (3in) longFootnotes:十七/十八世紀 青玉雕子母瑞獸把件The auspicious creatures featured here are luduan, traditionally ascribed with the ability to discern truth and travel over great distances within a very short time. Compare with a similar white jade 'mythical beast and cub' group, 18th/19th century, which was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 20th September 2023, lot 50.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A ROCK CRYSTAL 'MYTHICAL BIRD' VASE AND COVER18th/19th century Well carved as a bird supporting a vase with a cover surmounted by a ruyi-shaped knop, the bird standing in profile with head raised, ornamented with swirling feathers extending across the chest, wings and tail of the bird to the side walls of the vase, achieved through a high relief technique. 11.2cm (4 3/8in) long. (2).Footnotes:十八/十九世紀 水晶雕天雞尊The shape of this rock crystal vase refers to the mythical bird, known as 'heavenly cockerel' tianji (天雞) in ancient legends. According to Tales of Strange Matters (述異記) compiled during the Southern dynasties (420-589), there was a colossal tree of which the branches spanned three thousand miles. Perched upon it, the heavenly cockerel's crows were synchronised with the first rays of the sun, casting a radiant illumination, symbolising the potent force committed to ensuring tranquillity and harmony. In the Qing dynasty, the 'heavenly cockerel' design became widely popular, with an abundance of variations crafted from various materials. See a similar rock crystal 'heavenly cockerel' vase and cover, Qing dynasty, in the Qing Court Collection, in the Palace Museum Beijing, (acc no. 故00102477). Another crystal 'duck' vase, Qing dynasty, in the Qing Court Collection, is also illustrated in The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum: Small Refined Articles of the Study, Shenzhen, 2009, p.194, no.181. See also a related green jade vase seated on the back of a heaven cockerel, late Qing dynasty, illustrated in Compendium of Collections in the Palace Museum: Jade, vol.10, Beijing, 2011, p.84, pl.55.Compare with a related carved rock crystal vase and cover, which was sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 9 October 2019, lot 112.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A MUGHAL-STYLE WHITE AND RUSSET JADE EWER AND COVER18th centuryThe body of rounded square shape supported on a short flared foot to a waisted neck, carved on each side in low relief with panels of lotus blooms amidst scrolling leafy stems, flanked by a handle and a spout in the form of leafy lotus bloom sprays, the cover carved with a band of leafy lappets radiating from a finial crafted in the form of a mythical beast. 11.5cm (4 1/2in) high. (2).Footnotes:十八世紀 白玉雕痕都斯坦式蓮花紋扁壺帶蓋Provenance: Harry and Isabel Johnston, Liverpool, purchased in London in the early 1900s, and thence by descent來源： Harry和Isabel Johnston伉儷，利物浦，1900年代初期購於倫敦，並由後人保存迄今The refined craftsmanship evident in the current lot is known as 'Hindustan' or 'Mughal' jade-carving style renowned for its intricate detailing, naturalistic designs and delicate execution. These Mughal-style jades captivated the Emperor Qianlong for their exceptional quality, and were traded and gifted as tributes to China via Yarkand, in Central Asia. Due to the emperor's admiration, this exotic style of carving was also meticulously replicated by Chinese carvers in the Imperial workshops.See a related Mughal-style white jade vase with floral decorations and handles in the form of leafy floral sprays, Qing dynasty, in the Qing Court Collection, in the Palace Museum Taipei, illustrated in Exquisite Beauty-Islamic Jades, Taipei, 2007, p.213.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A SMALL WHITE JADE CARVING OF A HORSE AND A CELADON AND RUSSET JADE CARVING OF A HORSEQing DynastyThe white jade pebble expertly carved as a recumbent horse, with the head turned to its right to nibble at the hoof of the left hind leg, with the tail extending beneath the body, adorned with almond-shaped eyes, finely incised mane and delineated ribs. 5cm (2in) long; the other horse, 17th century, with the head turned sharply backward and with left fore leg in a rising motion, the other legs tucked to the side of the body, featured with finely incised mane, the stone of greyish green tone with russet patches and striations. 6cm (2 3/5in) long. (2).Footnotes:清 白玉臥馬 及青玉褐斑臥馬 一組兩件While the motif of horse nibbling its hoof is a popular feature of the Ming dynasty, the carving technique and the immaculate white jade used in the present lot suggest strongly a Qianlong date. See a related white jade carving of a horse, Qianlong, illustrated in Chinese Jade Animals, Hong Kong, 1996, p.182, pl.175.Compare the white jade carving of a horse with a related one, Qianlong, which was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 27 November 2018, lot 135. Compare the celadon and russet jade carving of a horse with a related celadon jade recumbent horse, 17th century, which was sold at Christie's London, 12 November 2004, lot 37.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN AND RUSSET JADE DEER AND VASE GROUP17th/18th centuryExquisitely carved as a recumbent deer with its head turned sharply facing its back with antlers extending down its curved neck, the face with large almond-shaped eyes and a sprig of lingzhi in its jaws, the body with finely incised cloud swirls, surmounted by a large vase with further cloud swirls and bats, and flanked by a pair of archaistic dragon handles, the stone of yellowish pale green tone. 14cm (5 1/2in) high.Footnotes:十七/十八世紀 青玉雕瑞獸馱寶瓶擺件Provenance: Harry and Isabel Johnston, Liverpool, purchased in London in the early 1900s, and thence by descent來源： Harry和Isabel Johnston伉儷舊藏，利物浦，1900年代初期購於倫敦，並由後人保存迄今The deer, or lu (鹿), symbolises longevity, prosperity, and immortality. Moreover, the vase, or ping (瓶), embodies peace and harmony. Vases are frequently adorned with intricate patterns and auspicious motifs, such as bats and ruyi clouds symbolising prosperity and good fortune. Jade carvings of deer and vase groups are rare. See a related jade carving of a recumbent stag, 17th/18th century, illustrated by J.C.Y.Watt, Chinese Jades from the Collection of the Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, 1989, p.81, no.56.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

AN IRON BLADE AND JADE GUARDLate Warring States/ Western Han DynastyThe jade guard connected to the remnants of an iron blade and a fragment of the wooden hilt, each side intricately carved in low relief with a taotie mask, adorned with hatched details, the semi- translucent stone with an olive-brown hue, stand. 29.8cm (11 3/4in) long. (2).Footnotes:戰國晚期/西漢 鐵劍配饕餮紋玉劍珌Provenance: D. David-Weill (1871-1952), no. 3058 (by repute)Sotheby's London, February 1972, lot 57A Western private collectionRoger Keverne Ltd., London, May 2008A Princely collection來源： D. David-Weill (1871-1952)，編號3058（據傳）倫敦蘇富比，1972年2月，拍品編號57西方私人收藏倫敦古董商Roger Keverne, Ltd.，2008年5月王子藏品David David-Weill (1871-1952) was a French American banker, philanthropist, and art collector known for his significant contributions to the cultural and financial spheres of France. Born into a wealthy banking family, David-Weill pursued a successful career in finance, eventually becoming the head of the prestigious Banque Lazard. Alongside his professional endeavours, he amassed an extensive art collection.Twelve long swords were found in the tomb of the King of Nanyue (died circa 122 BC), placed next to the body, of which five were fitted with jade accessories, some of which were still attached to the blades: see P.Y.K.Lam, Jades from the Tomb of the King of Nanyue, Hong Kong, 1991, nos. 71, 83, 88 and 91.Compare with a very similar jade guard (zhi), Warring States Period, in the Qing Court Collection, illustrated in The Complete Collection of Treasures of the Palace Museum: Jadeware I, Hong Kong, 1995, p.204, no.171.See a related archaic beige jade sword guard, Western Han dynasty, with remnants of the iron sword still attached, which was sold at Bonhams London, 7 June 2021, lot 425.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A RARE CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL STEM CUPQianlong blue enamel seal mark and of the periodRaised on a tall flared foot decorated with a raised rib and bands of beaded jewellery pendants, floral and ruyi heads, the everted rim adorned to the exterior with eight Sanskrit characters surrounded by leafy tendrils issuing lotus flowers, enamelled in colours and shades of black, blue, white, red and green reserved on a turquoise ground, the base impressed with a six-character mark in seal script. 12.8cm (5in) high.Footnotes:清乾隆 銅胎掐絲琺瑯纏枝花卉紋梵文高足杯「大清乾隆年製」篆書款The type of butter lamp was originally used in front of Tibetan temple altars, containing butter as fuel for Buddhist offerings. During the Ming and Qing periods, especially during religious occasions, the Court would often donate large quantities of butter to major Tibetan Buddhist temples. Butter lamps like the present lot decorated with Sanskrit characters were made not only of cloisonné with enamels but also of other materials such as silver, porcelain, carved lacquer, and jade. See a related blue and white stem cup, Qianlong seal mark and period, illustrated by U.Wiesner, Chinesisches Porzellan: Die Ohlmer'sche Sammlung im Roemer-Museum, Mainz am Rhein, 1981, pl.59. See a similar cloisonné enamel butter lamp, Qianlong mark and period, in the Qing Court Collection, illustrated in Enamel Ware in the Ming and Ching Dynasties, Taipei, 1999, p.161, pl.74.Compare with a related cloisonné enamel stem cup, Qianlong mark and period, which was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 29 May 2018, lot 18.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN AND RUSSET JADE 'LUOHAN' BOULDER18th centuryThe rich and lustrous pale green stone formed as a remote mountain grotto enclosing a luohan with jovial expression, clad in long flowing robes, seated on a rock and holding sutras, a cylindrical incense burner on a nearby ledge, all beneath a gnarled tree, the reverse with auspicious lingzhi fungus growing from craggy rocks, hardwood stand. 18.5cm (7 1/4in) high. (2).Footnotes:十八世紀 青玉褐斑羅漢玉山子Provenance: Sotheby's London, 5 March 1963, lot 166Acquired by the present owner's father at Spink & Son Ltd., on 30 March 1963, and thence by descent來源： 倫敦蘇富比，1963年3月5日，拍品編號166由現藏家的父親在1963年3月30日從Spink & Son Ltd.處購得，並由後人保存迄今The present lot belongs to an important group of closely related jade carvings carved with a luohan in a mountain grotto. The subject matter may have derived from woodblock prints on the theme, printed in the 18th century catalogue Gu yu tu pu (古玉圖譜). Buddhism as the foremost state religion during the Qing dynasty received great attention during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. The Emperor ordered the Court painter Ding Guanpeng (1708-1771) to paint the sixteen luohans after the original set by Guanxiu (823-912) that he had seen during his visit to Hangzhou in 1757. Compare with a related jade boulder with a Luohan meditating in a grotto in the National Palace Museum, Taipei, Qianlong, illustrated in The Refined Taste of the Emperor: Special Exhibition of Archaic and Pictorial Jades of the Ch'ing Court, Taipei, 1997, pl.39.See a related pale green jade boulder, Qianlong, which was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 27 November 2018, lot 77.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A YELLOW JADE SNUFF BOTTLE19th centuryOf rounded square form with a cylindrical neck and oval foot ring, the surface undecorated and well polished to accentuate the greenish-yellow tone of the stone, pink tourmaline stopper carved with a bat and a leafy peach spray. 6.6cm (2 5/8in) high. (2).Footnotes:十九世紀 黃玉素面鼻煙壺The popularity of yellow nephrite in Imperial circles was very evident during the Qing dynasty, which might reflect a desire to find a close and natural equivalent to the Imperial colour in jade. See a similar yellow jade snuff bottle, illustrated by Hugh Moss, in A Treasury of Chinese Snuff Bottles: The Mary and George Bloch Collection, Vol.1, Hong Kong, 1995, pl.167-168, pp.428-431. Compare with a similar yellow jade snuff bottle, 1800-1880, which was sold at Bonhams New York, 14 September 2015, lot 8024.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A GREY JADE SNUFF BOTTLE AND A WHITE JADE 'QUAIL AND MILLET' SNUFF BOTTLE18th/19th century The grey snuff bottle raised on a foot rim, of rectangular shape with sloping shoulders, surmounted by a cylindrical neck, the stone of pale grey and black hue, jade and tourmaline stopper, 5.6cm (2 1/4in) high; the second of rectangular scalloped form with a cylindrical neck and a foot rim, carved in low relief on one side depicting a quail underneath a stalk of millet, the reverse with a cluster of flowering narcissus issuing from a jagged rockwork, the stone of even white tone, jade stopper, 5.2cm (2in) high. (4).Footnotes:十八/十九世紀 灰玉素面鼻煙壺 及白玉倭角「岁岁平安」圖鼻煙壺 一組兩件The combination of quail (鵪鶉) and millet (麥穗) in the white jade snuff bottle creates the rebus sui sui ping an (岁岁平安), symbolising the good wish for 'everlasting peace year after year'. Compare with a related scalloped white jade snuff bottle, 1750-1820, which was sold at Bonhams New York, 19 September 2022, lot 12.Compare the grey jade snuff bottle with a similar white and grey jade snuff bottle, 1740-1790, which was sold at Bonhams London, 10 July 2006, lot 329.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN JADE 'CHILONG' WATERPOTQianlongCarved in circular form with its well-hollowed interior forming the vessel, the exterior carved in high relief with three sinuous chilong clambering over the shoulder, the stone of white tone with some cloudy inclusions. 6.7cm (2 5/8in) diam.Footnotes:清乾隆 白玉螭龍水盂Provenance: an English private collection來源：英國私人收藏The present lot's incorporation of archaistic chilong motifs reflects the Qianlong Emperor's deep reverence for traditional Chinese culture and history. By evoking the imagery of ancient China, particularly from the Zhou and Shang dynasties, the emperor sought to convey a sense of Imperial authority and cultural continuity. Compare with a related green jade washer with design of three 'chilong', Qianlong, illustrated in Compendium of Collections in the Palace Museum, Beijing, 2011, p.238, pl.188. See also a similar pale green jade chilong waterpot, Qing dynasty, which was sold at Bonhams London, 13 May 2010, lot 119. See an earlier prototype of a jade waterpot with three chilong, but Ming dynasty, which was sold at Bonhams London, 11 May 2021, lot 130. See also a related yellow jade chilong waterpot, 18th century, which was sold at Sotheby's New York, 'Chinese Art From the Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Florence and Herbert Irving Gift', 10 September 2019, lot 1.Saleroom notices:Please note the estimates are £4000-£6000 and not as stated in the catalogueFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A RARE GOLD AND BONE-INLAID COMBTang Dynasty or earlierOf wide U-shape with finely cut bone teeth, the gold upper section with cloisons in geometric patterns, some with stone inlay. 4.2cm (1 5/8in) wide. Footnotes:唐或更早 金花纍絲寶鈿梳Provenance: Jules Speelman, London, 2008A Princely collection來源: 倫敦古董商Jules Speelman，2008年 王子藏品Compare with a related jade and gold comb, Eastern Han dynasty, in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, (acc.no.2004.322). See also a gold ornament plaque with related 'cloisons', Han dynasty to Six Dynasties period, in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (acc.no.20.50).For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A SPINACH GREEN JADE 'DOUBLE' SNUFF BOTTLE18th/19th centuryExpertly carved in the form of two conjoined bottles, each of rounded rectangular shape with a waisted neck and an oval foot, carved in low relief with a continuous scene featuring a phoenix, a chilong, and two bats amidst scrolling clouds. 7.3cm (2 7/8in) high.Footnotes:十八/十九世紀 碧玉龍鳳雲蝠紋雙聯鼻煙壺The present lot is distinguished and noteworthy for its incorporation of various auspicious decorative motifs. The lingzhi fungus shaped cloud scrolls are symbols of longevity and immortality. In Chinese, the character of bat fu is a homophone for happiness. Also, the combination of dragon and phoenix, considered the most auspicious animals, conveys good omens inviting happiness to marriage. Collectively, these elements encapsulate the good wish for a happy and long life. Compare with a related jade double snuff bottle, 1780-1850, which was sold at Bonhams Paris, 15 December 2023, lot 111.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN JADE 'PHOENIX AND PEONY' GROUP17th/18th centuryCarved and pierced as a craggy rock, on one facet a phoenix with a gracefully spread tail looking backward, the opposite side featuring a leafy peony spray beneath a bat with outspread wings, the stone of pale green tone with russet inclusions and striations. 9.3cm (3 5/8in) longFootnotes:十七/十八世紀 青玉鏤雕鳳鳥山石擺件Compare with a related white jade 'phoenix and peach' group, early 18th century, illustrated by J.C.Y.Watt, Chinese Jades from the Collection of the Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, 1989, no.63. See also a related jade brush rest in the shape of a phoenix singing among mountains, Qing dynasty, in the Qing Court Collection, illustrated in Compendium of Collections in the Palace Museum: Jade, volume 9, 2011, Beijing, p.83, pl.70. See also a similar jade 'phoenix and flower' group, 18th/19th century, illustrated by R.Keverne, Jade, London, 1995, p.342.Compare with a related jade pierced brush rest, 16th/17th century, which was sold at Christie's New York, 20 September 2013, lot 1676.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A GROUP OF ELEVEN ARCHAIC JADE ORNAMENTSNeolithic Period to Han DynastyComprising: four jade beads of cylindrical form, each centred by an aperture drilled vertically, the stones of reddish brown and celadon with brownish veins; a pair of chicken-bone circular tubes, each of cylindrical form drilled vertically to allow stringing; a jade disc, bi, drilled to the centre with an aperture and incised with a dragon to each side; a smaller plain jade disc, bi, centred with an aperture, the stone of brownish tone with darker veins; a pair of bell-shaped pendants, the knops perforated for suspension; a jade awl-shaped ornament of rectangular shape tapering to a pointed end, surmounted by a knop perforated for suspension; a jade fish carved in an arc with incised fins and a pierced eye; and a jade seal with a square base and trapezoidal top pieced for suspension purpose. The chisel: 8.1cm (3 1/8in) long (11).Footnotes:新石器時期至漢 玉勒子、玉璧、玉佩、玉魚、玉方印及錐形玉器 一組十一件During the Qin and Han dynasties, the style of jade seals was often simple and concise, adopting a inverted funnel shape where the upper part is smaller than the lower part. As seen in the present lot, to save effort and prevent the top from being damaged, the holes of Qin and Han jade seals were always drilled slightly downward from both ends, resulting in an outer-large-inner-small shape. See a similar jade seal, Han dynasty, in the Qing Court Collection, in the National Palace Museum, Taipei (acc.no.故玉000116N000000000). See a related jade rectangular seal, Western Han dynasty, which was sold at Christie's Hong Kong, 29 November 2022, lot 2745.Archaeological reports suggest that the awl-shaped ornaments were used as hair ornaments for noble males. When the awl-shaped ornaments were unearthed, their pointed ends faced outward. See a group of nine similar awl-shaped ornaments, Neolithic period, Liangzhu culture, illustrated in Liangzhu yuqi 良渚玉器, Beijing, 2018, p.82. Fish-shaped jade was a predominant jade type from late Shang to early Western Zhou. See five related jade fish pendants, from Shang to Western Zhou period, illustrated by J. Rawson, Chinese Jade: From the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, pp.228-229. Jade discs of the present originally were employed as ritual implements, and subsequently might have been cherished as antiquities, passed down among collectors throughout dynasties. The dragons on the larger jade bi should be carved later. See a related plain bi, c.2000-1500 BC, illustrated by J. Rawson in Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing, London, 1995, pp.157-158, pl.7:8.See a related group of jade ornaments, Neolithic period to Han dynasty, which was sold by Bonhams Hong Kong, 30 May 2017, lot 11.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A PALE GREEN JADE CARVING OF A MYTHICAL BEAST17th/18th centuryCrisply carved in a crouching position with legs tucked beneath the body, the forward-facing head with large bulbous eyes and ruyi-shaped snout beneath prominent brow and a single curled horn, clasping in its jaws a sprig of lingzhi extending down the back of the beast terminating with a bifurcated tail, the stone of even pale green tone. 10.4cm (4 1/8in) long. Footnotes:十七/十八世紀 青玉雕瑞獸銜靈芝擺件Provenance: Harry and Isabel Johnston, Liverpool, purchased in London in the early 1900s, and thence by descent來源： Harry和Isabel Johnston伉儷，利物浦，1900年代初期購於倫敦，並由後人保存迄今The present lot depicts a luduan, a legendary creature in Chinese mythology renowned for its ability to discern truth from falsehood. Its mythical role as a guardian against deceit has cemented its presence in Chinese art and literature throughout history. In Chinese Jade from the Neolithic to the Qing, Part IV, section 26, London, 1995, J.Rawson observes a transformation in the depiction of mythical creatures carved in jade over time. Initially resembling tomb sculptures with their imposing forms and protective symbolism, these early jades evolved into prized possessions of scholars and officials during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Rather than emphasizing protective attributes, the jade mythical beasts of this period were crafted for luxurious display and refined appreciation. The piece under discussion exemplifies this shift, as its intricate detailing of claws, tail, and lotus demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship. Moreover, its softer features, such as the elongated horns, coupled with playful expression, particularly around the eyes, highlight the virtuoso carving and lively charm characteristic of later jade artworks.See a related pale green and russet jade carving of a mythical beast, Ming dynasty, which was sold at Bonhams London, 18 May 2023, lot 88; See also another pale green and russet jade carving of a mythical beast, 17th/18th century, which was sold at Bonhams London, 16 May 2019, lot 57; and another related large pale green jade mythical beast, 18th century, which was sold at Bonhams London, 10 November 2011, lot 369.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A JADE DISC, BINeolithic periodOf flattened circular form centred with an aperture drilled from one side, carved from mottled celadon stone shading to dark green with black veins, plastic display stand.17.2cm (6 3/4in) diam. (2).Footnotes:新石器時期 青玉素面玉璧See a related jade disc of the similar size, bi, Qijia culture, excavated in Gansu province, illustrated by Gu Fang, The Complete Collection of Jades Unearthed in China, vol.15, Beijing, 2015, p.6.Compare with a related celadon jade disc, bi, Neolithic period, which was sold at Sotheby's Hong Kong, 5 December 2023, lot 719.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A LARGE GREEN JADE 'EIGHT DAOIST IMMORTALS' LINGZHI-SHAPED VASEQing DynastySkilfully carved in the form of a large lingzhi, well hollowed in the interior of the vessel, the exterior carved in high relief featuring the God of Longevity and the Eight Immortals set against a backdrop of swirling clouds and craggy rocks, the stone of celadon tone with russet striations and minor black inclusions. 20cm (7 7/8in) high.Footnotes:清 青玉靈芝形「八仙拜壽」花插Provenance: Spink & Son Ltd., London (according to label)來源：倫敦古董商Spink & Son Ltd.（據標籤）The imagery portrayed in the present lot, known as 'Eight Immortals Venerating the God of Longevity' (八仙拜壽), holds enduring popularity with diverse variations in traditional Chinese art. An analogous composition is seen in a related silk kesi hanging scroll of 'Eight Immortals Venerating the God of Longevity', Yuan dynasty, from the Qing Court Collection, in the Palace Museum Beijing (acc.no.故00072690).The current jade vase stands out for its remarkable size and substantial weight, making it a rare and noteworthy example within its category. Compare with a related similar size large pale greenish-white jade brush pot, 18th/19th century, which was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 27 November 2018, lot 86.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A heavy silver and jade cuff bracelet 146 gms

A large antique Chinese silver gilt carved jade panel brooch

A large oval jade silver mounted pendant on silver chain

A 1930's Pleasing Jade Beaded Necklace - Well Matched. Length 23'' (57.5 cm) Weight 75.9 grams. All aspects of condition good.

Ladies 14ct Gold Single Stone Green Jade Ring. Marked 585 14k to Shank. Impressed Image of a Bats Face to Top of Jade Stone. Ring Size N - O. Weight 7.3 grams.

Lavender Jade Beaded Necklace, 18'' length, together with a pair of jade drop earrings.

A silver and nephrite jade pair of earrings and necklace, with box

A Whitefriars glass green dish with internal controlled bubble decoration and a smaller similar - sold with two Davidsons jade moulded glass dishes

A Chinese wood figure of a scholarQing dynasty, 18th centuryClad in thickly-folded robes and cradling a wrapped scroll in his left arm, a jade and a small double-gourd flask hanging from his belt, the wood of a light orange hue with traces of reddish patination, 26.7cm high.清十八世紀 木雕士大夫像

A pewter-encased hexagonal teapot and five bronze weights from a setLate Qing dynasty/Republic period, apocryphal Yang Pengnian mark to teapotThe teapot with jade handle, spout and finial to cover, the sides with incised decoration, the base with cast seal mark, 12.5cm long; the five bronze weights in the shape of mythical beasts, 7.2cm - 3.7cm high (6).晚清/民國 錫茶壺及象形秤砣五件

A group of five Chinese and Japanese works of artLate Qing dynasty and Meiji eraComprising a string of seventeen carved and one uncarved kernels, each of the carved beads depicting a Buddhist figure, each bead 27mm long; a Chinese jade carving of a pomegranate, 3.2cm long; and three Satsuma stoneware buttons, each 2.8cm diameter (5).晚清及明治時期 核雕、玉雕及薩摩燒紐扣Condition Report: The uncarved bead with a large oval section chipped off and restuck.The jade with natural inclusions and fissures to stone.All with expected surface wear consistent with age.