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Old Signed Carved Nephrite Jade German / Russian Hippopotamus Figure

$1,250
£944.07
€1,105.29
CA$1,775.89
A$1,806.74
CHF 1,035.44
MX$21,754.30
NOK 12,102.43
SEK 12,155.54
DKK 8,263.06

About the Item

A very fine carved Nephrite Jade hippopotamus figurine. Likely the work of the German lapidary carvers in Idar Oberstein (or possibly Russian in origin). The feet of the hippo have numbered inscription or signature. Simply a great carving! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There are a few round concussion marks here and there, loss to one ear, a small fracture in one nostril (likely from the carving), some edge wear, and some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age Maker: Possibly from Idar Oberstein (or one of the Russian houses spun off from Faberge). Measurements: Height: ca. 30 mm Length: ca. 64 mm Width: ca. 25 mm Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Stone:
    Jade
  • Stone Cut:
    Mixed Cut
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (30 mm)Width: 0.99 in (25 mm)Length: 2.52 in (64 mm)
  • Style:
    Russian Empire
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There are a few round concussion marks here and there, loss to one ear, a small fracture in one nostril (likely from the carving), some edge wear, and some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV1stDibs: LU849311972412

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