Very fine Chinese pale-celadon jade carved lidded bowl. Convex vessel with a flori form flaring finial and rim, raised on three squat legs. Rounded shape with geometrical archaic patterns across the exterior. Curved sides provide a beautiful shine from its moist appearance that gives the jade a divine look. Measurements: Height: 3 7/8" Width: 5 1/2" Weight: 901 gPROVENANCE: Jim Francis (Dec 24, 1944 - June 14, 2018) Resident of the Atlanta Metro area for numerous years.Jim Francis was a true scholar having a degree in English. His early career started as a professor at a community college in Kentucky. During the Vietnam era, he became an instructor for the US Air Force. When computers were first becoming popular Jim became a software engineer which lead him to a career in being a method analyst for a major hospital group. While working with Doctors from different cultures Jim became an avid collector of Chinese items, His widow has placed his treasured articles to be sold at auction. The Collections of Mr. Jim Francis are presented and offered up to auction from Lot-101 through Lot-128. For High Resolution Images, please use this link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nistxgdbviiy9am/AABXVKFL_ENax6zAu6onsaLga?dl=0