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Jade Three legged Frog Ming Dynasty China
Category: Asian Antiques
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Antique Jade , Antiques , Asian Antiques , Chinese Antiques.


Item Value: $0.00
Title: Antique Jade Animal
Country/Region of origin: China
Authenticity: Original
Period/Age: Ming Dynasty 1368 - 1644
Dimensions: L:13.0cm

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This 3-Legged Jade(Nephrite)Frog is the classic Taoist Symbol of auspiciousness. Abundant prosperity follows in its presence.Note the Taoist YinYang symbol on its head and how the webbed feet are realistically finished. A rare extant Jade 3 legged frog from the Ming Dynasty. The founder of the Ming was a staunch Taoist.


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