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CHINA Celadon jade Hu-style covered vase. The lens-shaped body features a slightly raised decoration of a medallion with a stylized “shou” character against a background of swastika motifs, the handles shaped like elephant heads, above which are taotie masks supporting rings; the lid is adorned with a handle in the shape of a braided ring; the entire piece rests on a small, slightly flared foot. Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) H 22.2 × W 15.5 cm Expert: DELALANDE Gallery—Ms. Qinghua YIN