HOLLOW LOG
Period: Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911).Date: 18th to 19th century.
Medium: Nephrite jade.
Colour: Celadon and russet.
Demensions: H. 17 cm.; L. 23.5 cm.; D. 8 cm.
The large piece of nephrite jade has been carved to look like a hollow pine log. The front displays pine trees, their roots clinging to the surface, with vines hanging off them. A sage, with his attendant carrying a musical instrument, shelters under the trees.
