Lot 27. Two jade cong, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier; Each 21⁄2 in. (6.4 cm.) wide, cloth box (2). Estimate USD 2,000 - USD 4,000. Price Realised USD 21,250. © Christie's Images Ltd 2020

Each cong has flat sides and a shallow collar at each end. One stone is of mottled brown and greyish-green tone, the other is of reddish-orange and pale green tone.

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