Ornament

About this object

Narrative

Appears to be a good quality replica of a late Shang dynasty piece.

Physical description

Carved charm in the shape of an animal. Piece is very thin and flat, made of mottled dark and light green jade. Figure has a wide head atop a thick body, short bent legs and long thick tail. Edges are beveled. A small hole Is bored through head at top corner. The surface is undecorated.