A PALE GREENISH-GREY JADE ARCHAISTIC FOOTED CUP, ZHI MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The cylindrical cup raised on three monkey-form supports is carved on the sides with a pattern of archaistic dragons between two decorative borders, and has an elephant head-form handle. The base is carved with a two-character inscription, yong bao (eternally treasured). The stone is of a pale greenish-grey color. 3 7/8 in. (8.5 cm.) high
A PALE GREENISH-GREY JADE ARCHAISTIC FOOTED CUP, ZHI MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) The cylindrical cup raised on three monkey-form supports is carved on the sides with a pattern of archaistic dragons between two decorative borders, and has an elephant head-form handle. The base is carved with a two-character inscription, yong bao (eternally treasured). The stone is of a pale greenish-grey color. 3 7/8 in. (8.5 cm.) high
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