Global Art & Artifacts

Pixiu / Pi Yao Green Archaic Jade Stone Mythical Creature, China

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This is a great piece acquired in 2001 from an estate sale in Orange County California.  The Pixiu is a hybrid creature that is meant to be a protector of Feng Shui practitioners.  It looks to be hand carved, polished and is probably from mid- to late-1900s period. 

The greenish – brown tint to jade is quite stunning.

Small chip over right eye brow but otherwise in very good condition.  Bottom of paws are numbered, probably a lot number at the estate sale.  Stand is not for sale.

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