Warring States period BC475-221

Xi Bodkin with Chi Tiger Pattern

Warring States period BC475-221

Xi Bodkin with Chi Tiger Pattern

Length: 6.7 cm, width: 0.6 cm, thickness:0.6

The "xi" is a type of hornless dragon resembling a tiger. This piece, carved as the profile of a "xi" dragon, its head turned back, with hints of russet red, gives it quite a unique coloration. The way in which the head connects with the trunk is typical of how this creature would be represented by jade craftsmen of the Warring States period.

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