Small figure of a tiger made from mottled green and orange jade. Tiger lies on its stomach, head resting on front feet. Features are carved into figure, such as front toes, ears, mouth and tail. Piece has a flat bottom, with a hole bored through just above, at centre of figure.

• History Of Use

  Late 19th or early 20th century reproduction of a 150 B.C.E. ornament; made to attach to clothing or draperies.

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• Type of Item ornament
• Culture Chinese
• Material nephrite mineral
• Measurements height 1.3 cm, width 1.5 cm, depth 3.5 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Oscar Gerson, Erika Gerson
• Received from Erika Gerson

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• Made in China

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• Creation Date between 1875 and 1925
• Ownership Date before 1966, before June 11, 2014
• Acquisition Date on June 11, 2014

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• Condition excellent
• Current Location Case 83
• Accession Number 3065/0007