Disc Bi
China. Period of the Fighting Kingdoms / Western Han Dynasty 3rd-2nd centuries BCE
Nephrite / Jade. D. 11,5 cm
The surface is traditionally covered with spiral patterns that would evoke the symbolism of the "sprouting grain" between the smooth inner and outer edges. Note the beautiful transparencies of the stone.
A JADE BI DISC
Provenance:
- Estate of Madame Anne-Marie Rousset
- Former Robert Rousset collection (1901-1981)
- Acquired before 1935
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