Chinese Qing Dynasty Nephrite Jade Carving of a Pair of Foo Dogs

~ Chinese Qing Dynasty Nephrite Jade Carving of a Pair of Foo Dogs ~

A nicely executed Qing Dynasty nephrite jade carving of two Chinese Foo dogs.

The piece depicts the two dogs, a female with a cub positioned head to toe producing a continuous circle.

The stone is pale celadon green with brown flecks.

Holes have been made between the two front paws of both mother and cub presumably through which to thread a string or similar so the piece can be mounted.

~ Dimensions ~

The piece measures 4.5cm by 5.5cm.

It weighs 80g.

~ Condition ~

The piece is in a lovely condition with no signs of damage.