3. GREY & BLACK JADE MING WINE CUP
Chinese workmanship
Ming period (1368-1644)
Diameter: 3.25 inches; height: 2.50 inches
Detail: close-up view
Well formed circular wine cup with thick slightly flaring walls resting on a thick recessed base. A similar wine cup with a reign mark appeared at auction approximately 8 years ago. Well polished stone of grey & black jade stripes with a russet inclusion.