Bidspirit auction | 17th c. Chinese Russet Jade

17th c. Chinese Russet Jade Belt Slide - 17th century Chinese carved russet jade belt slide with a delicate curling design. A very fine level of carving, excellent subtle relief carving. Provenance: Acquired in New York City auction in the 1970s; Private Minnesota Collection; Revere Auctions ”Fine Asian Art, ” April 26, 2019, Lot 195; Private California Collection. Height: 1/2 in x width: 3 3/4 in x depth: 1 in. Weight: 48.8 grams. Condition: There is one small chip along the edge on one end which shows evidence of having been smoothed. No other chips, cracks, or losses. Light wear throughout. Some calcifications in the recessed areas. Please use the following link to view additional photos of this lot: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/7de4ih206uzqo96/AADrqBgT4BejVso1bHzAXTcGa?dl=0