Bidspirit auction | Jade pendant, ‘Female beast’, Hongshan

Jade pendant, ‘Female beast’, Hongshan culture - Round sculpture in natural nephrite jade, representing a deity or anthropomorphic figure in a squatting position. It stands out for its tall fluted headdress and large eyes. The jade, which is pale green in colour, has natural reddish-brown spots on the head and base. Hongshan culture (c. 4700-2900 BC). The piece is accompanied by a gemological certificate issued by Hong Kong Kowloon Jade & Jewellery Laboratory LTD in 2025. SC241752. Size: 8.78 x 2.57 x 2.47 cm Weight: 81.3 g Provenance: · Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980.