291 - A sculpture in the round, crafted from honey-yellow jade with areas of ochre patina. It depicts a dragon in an imposing, crouching, and alert posture. Its head is raised fiercely, revealing its jaws, prominent chin, and coiled body. The torso forms an “S” curve, with muscular limbs decorated with incised volutes and finely carved claws. Western Han Dynasty (202 B.C.–9 A.D.) or later.

A sculpture in the round, crafted from honey-yellow jade with areas of ochre patina. It depicts a dragon in an imposing, crouching, and alert posture. Its head is raised fiercely, revealing its jaws, prominent chin, and coiled body. The torso forms an “S” curve, with muscular limbs decorated with incised volutes and finely carved claws. Western Han Dynasty (202 B.C.–9 A.D.) or later. Dimensions: 9.3 x 4.7 x 15 cm Weight: 601 g Provenance: Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980.