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Qing Dynasty
Of circular shape, carved in low relief on one side with evenly spaced 'grain' patterns, the other with four interlocking chi dragons, encircled by raised bands at the inner and outer edges, the stone of a white tone. 5.9cm (2 1/4in) diam.
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清 白玉螭龍紋璧
The chilong (螭龍) is a legendary creature in ancient Chinese mythology, traditionally recognised as one of the nine sons of the dragon. Its head is frequently portrayed with tiger-like features. This motif holds auspicious connotations, symbolising prosperity, good fortune, and wealth, and is a recurring theme in traditional Chinese art and design.
Compare with a pale green jade disc carved in low relief with two chi dragons, Qing dynasty, in the collection of Guangdong Provincial Museum, illustrated in Chinese Jades in Traditional Collections (中國傳世玉器全集), vol.5, Beijing, 2010, p.104. See also a related white jade 'chilong' disc, 18th century, which was sold at Sotheby's London, 16 June 2020, lot 246.