The larger hook is carved in high relief with a chilong confronting the dragon-head hook. The smaller one is carved with a dragon-head hook, the shaft is carved in low relief with an archaistic ruyi and scroll design and with a square stud incised with a chilong on the underside. Both stones are of an even pale greenish-white tone.
4¾ and 4⅜ in. (12.1 and 11.1 cm.) long

Please note this lot is the property of a private consignor.

Private American collection, acquired in the late 19th-early 20th century.

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