A WHITE JADE 'SUN AND WAVES' PLAQUE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

of flat disk form, the plaque carved with a semi-circular sun and clouds rising from tumultuous waves finely incised in relief and extending to the base forming a whirlpool, the stone of a pale tone with small chalky white and russet inclusions, wooden stand

Minor nicks to the tip of the waves, there is possibly a small polished chip to the disc at 20 o'clock. There is some white inclusions and flaws to the stone that has been incorporated into the carving. Overall quite good condition.
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