Brilliant Carved White Tigers/ Big Cats Openwork, Gemstone Sculpture Artwork

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Brilliant Carved White Tigers/ Big Cats Openwork, Gemstone Sculpture Artwork:
$900.00

A finely carved Chinese precious stone artwork in 3 dimensional form featuring an auspicious pair of white tigers. The carving has smooth glassy surfaces and well rounded tactile curves; made from a single piece of fine white chalcedony with lavender hues. A very beautiful and luxurious piece

The tiger is one of 12 Chinese zodiac animals, and is considered the ruler on earth of all beasts, as opposed to the dragon, the ruler in the sky.

In popular Chinese culture, tigerssymbolize heroism, they also represent longevity because an ancient belief in China held that they would turn white after 500 yrs and could live up to 1000 years

Size: 4\" x 2 1/2\" x 1 3/4\"; 10.2 x 6.4 x 4.4 cms

Condition: Excellent - the piece has been very well cared for, no chips or breaks

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