China, late Qing to Republic period (1900-1950). The semitranslucent stone of an elegant celadon tone with areas of brown and russet streaks it is carved with a scholar intricately arranged below pine trees by the banks of a river. Very fine reticulated, carved areas, incised lines, and polishing.
Condition: Excellent condition with few natural flaws in the mineral. Provenance: German private collection.