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A Carved Jadeite 'Monkey and Peach' and Diamond Pendant
- Estimate
- HK$120,000 - 150,000€13,100 - 16,400$15,000 - 19,000
Lot Details
One jadeite carved as monkey and peach, <em>measuring approximately 33.08 x 14.21 x 7.78mm</em>Brilliant- and rose-cut diamonds, together approximately 3.40 carats18 karat white gold(Carved Jadeite)
<em>Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report, numbered KJ97829, dated 14 March 2018, Type A jadeite, natural colour without any resin.</em>
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Catalogue Essay
Associated with the myth of 'Journey to the West', the monkey king (Sun Wukong) is a famous immortal monkey in China and becomes a prevalent subject in jadeite carving, symbolizing health and longevity. As shown in the current jadeite pendant, it depicts a monkey carrying peach, which has a connotation of bringing good health and immortality to the wearer.