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Another from the Jade Collection
Fine Antique Chinese Jade "Chilong & Bi Disc" Openwork Table Screen / Scholar’s Desk Plaque
An exceptional, museum-grade Chinese nephrite display plaque masterfully carved for a traditional scholar's studio. Weighing a substantial 96 grams, this highly dense carving features a classic crescent foundation representing a ritual Bi disc. One face is elegantly finished with an archaistic "Leiwen" (thunder pattern) geometric key-fret border enclosing a low-relief "Guwen" grain texture, symbolizing abundance and harvest.
The reverse side highlights the smooth, sweeping musculature and broad ribbons wrapping around an intricately pierced, openwork Chilong (ancient hornless dragon archetype) that arches dynamically over the central hole. The stone exhibits a spectacular, variegated cream-white body mottled with rich, natural golden-brown iron "skin" inclusions, a dual-tone patina highly coveted by advanced collectors.HISTORIC 1976 PROVENANCE FROM CHEONG KEE & CO.:
This display plaque features airtight, fully documented provenance, correlating seamlessly to the third entry on a physical gallery invoice (Invoice No. 4751) from Cheong Kee & Co. (79 Hill Street, Singapore) dated May 17, 1976. Established in 1918, Cheong Kee & Co. was one of 20th-century Singapore's most reputable antique authorities. The 1976 invoice officially certifies this piece as an "Antique over 130 years old," dating its hand-carved creation to the mid-1800s during the Late Qing Dynasty.
ARCHIVAL WORKSHEET & PRICING HISTORY:
Included in the estate records is the gallery’s original handwritten draft ledger worksheet from the 1976 transaction. The worksheet notes that this specific Jade Bi Plaque with Wooden Stand was evaluated and purchased for exactly $165.00 USD (part of a bundled $700.00 USD total transaction converted at a historical exchange rate of 2.64 to Hong Kong Dollars).
PROVENANCE DOCUMENTATION NOTE:
Please note that the original May 17, 1976 gallery invoice documents multiple high-value items from this single estate collection. To ensure each individual piece retains its documented history, the buyer of this listing will receive high-resolution, archival-quality printed replica certificates of both the complete original 1976 invoice and the handwritten currency worksheet for their records. These reproductions serve as your physical certificates of authenticity and age validation.
CUSTOM FITTED PRESENTATION STAND:
This plaque includes its original vintage, custom-carved dark hardwood display stand. Purpose-built to cradle the exact lower curves of the 2.75" jade plaque, the stand elevates the carving into a formal table screen, allowing light to pass beautifully through the openwork dragon elements.
CONDITION REPORT:
Excellent antique condition. This piece is being offered in its original, untouched, and uncleaned state. The jade exhibits a wonderful, traditional waxy surface finish and oily luster from decades of careful display. No chips, cracks, or post-carving restorations. The deep crevices contain natural, completely stable historical patina accumulated over more than a century of existence, verifying its natural river pebble origin. Hardwood stand remains structurally sound with light, age-appropriate surface wear.SHIPPING:
Securely packed and shipped with full insurance and tracking. International buyers welcome via 's International Shipping Program (eIS).
