A CELADON AND BROWN JADE DISC, BI AND AN ARCHAISTIC JADE CONG THE BI: PROBABLY HAN DYNASTY. THE CONG: QING DYNASTY

the bi of circular form, carved to both sides with the 'silkworm' pattern; the cong of compressed square section with a short cylindrical foot and neck, wood stand

The bi: acquired in Hong Kong in 1979.

Both are in overall good condition. There are minor nicks to the edges, particularly of the disc, as consistent with its age and type. The catalogue illustration is warmer than the actual colour of the stones.
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This jade bi was among the jade items appraised by Na Zhiliang (1908-98) on 14th December 1983.