QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)

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A LARGE FINELY CARVED WHITE JADE 'PEACH AND BAT' GROUP
QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)
The stone is finely carved in the form of a large peach with two smaller peaches and foliage beside it. There are two bats with outstretched wings resting on the fruits. The jade is of an even tone with russet inclusions.
5 in. (12.7 cm.) wide

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Lot Essay

The present jade carving is notable for its large size and finely rendered details. The superb quality of the carving exemplifies the high level of craftsmanship achieved by the jade carvers working under the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. The subject of peaches and bats is very popular in art of the Qing period as it is imbued with auspicious connotations. As peaches denote longevity and bats signify happiness, imagery combining peaches and bats represent the blessing ‘may you possess both longevity and happiness’.

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