Belt Hook

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Belt Hook, Jade, 19th cent. China



This is an ultra rare, fine and large 19th century 2 colours jade belt hook. Its colour is superb and cleverly made use of in forming a golden li dragon flying among celadon white clouds (qing yun).
A custom fitted hard wood stand is included.

Dating: 19th century.
Length without stand: 4.7 inches; Length with stand: 5.2 inches;
Height without stand: 1 inches; Height with stand: 1.2 inches.

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Daruma Museum, Japan