Chinese Celadon Jade Toad, 19th Century. Photo courtesy Doyle New York

Carved in a recumbent position crouching on a fruiting pomegranate branch, the stone an even tone with a patch of russet skin and yellow undertones. Length 1 3/4 inches. Estimate $10,000-15,000 

Provenance: Property of an American Collector 

Doyle New York. Asian Works of Art. Monday, September 16, 2013 at 10am - http://www.doylenewyork.com