A WHITE JADE ARCHAISTIC 'CHILONG' SCABBARD CHAPE QING DYNASTY, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY

the scabbard chape of diamond section, the top set with a crouching chilong in high relief with coiled ears and pointed beard, the reverse with a slit opening and two perforations for attachment to the weapon, decorated with geometric C-shaped scroll designs, the stone of a creamy white tone enhanced by natural inclusions and russet stains

Acquired in Hong Kong in the 1970s.