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Subject:Jade female statue - authentication and value
Posted By: Paul Ramey Mon, Dec 08, 2014 IP: 69.180.68.118

I have just come across this beautiful statue of a woman pouring flowers out of a pot. It appears to be jade, whitish green with specks. Not sure what to make of it; the craftsmanship is beautiful, but have no idea how to place it timewise or valuewise. Any thoughts would be appreciated!

Thanks in advance,
Paul



Subject:Re: Jade female statue - authentication and value
Posted By: Ernest Wilhelm Tue, Dec 09, 2014

I do not believe that this is Jade, as it looks like a softer stone. A scratch test is in order.
Ernest

Subject:Re: Jade female statue - authentication and value
Posted By: Ernest Wilhelm Thu, Dec 11, 2014

In fact I now believe that it is soapstone.
Ernest

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