Lot 25. Two jade cong, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier; The larger, 21⁄2 in. (6.4 cm.) wide, cloth boxes. Estimate USD 2,000 - USD 4,000. Price Realised USD 11,250. © Christie's Images Ltd 2020

Each cong has plain, flat sides between short, circular collars. One stone has a matte surface and is of pale grey tone, the other is of yellowish-green tone with some brown and russet patches.

Please note this lot is the property of a private individual.

Provenance: The Irving Collection, New York, by 1987.

Christie's. Art of China. Including Property from the Irving Collection. 18 Nov - 9 Dec 2020