Lot 29. A brown jade cong, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier; 31⁄4 in. (8 cm.) high, cloth box. Estimate USD 2,000 - USD 3,000. Price Realised USD 21,250. © Christie's Images Ltd 2020

The cong is of square section with plain sides between short, circular collars. The stone is of a blackish-brown color of areas of pale grey mottling.

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