Antique Chinese Nephrite Jade Toggle
Liu Haichan 劉海蟾
Dining on Buddha's Hand 佛手
Circa: Chinese Republic, early 20th Century
H 2.75 in. (7.25cm) W 1.75 in. (4.5cm) D 1 in. (2.5cm)
Weight 65.3 grams
Excellent condition!
A jade carving of the inseparable pet frog of the Taoist Immortal Lui Hai, the mythical three-legged Money Frog. A Chinese magical totem of prosperity and an emblem of immortality. The pebble is masterfully conceived as a tactile toggle with intricate carved-throughs, highly polished with semi-translucency through an even light celadon with a tinge of hazel inclusion, featuring the magic warty toad eating a cluster of Lingzhi mushrooms while crouching above a citron known as the Buddha's Hand. The large toggle is undoubtedly revered as a lucky charm for wealth and happiness. It is in excellent condition.
Estimated Value $700
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