A MING-STYLE CELADON JADE FIGURE OF A RAM Late Qing dynasty/Republic periodPROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE ADRIENNE CLARKSONA MING-STYLE CELADON JADE FIGURE OF A RAMLate Qing dynasty/Republic periodRecumbent with its four legs tucked under the body and the head supporting two curved horns, the stone a celadon hue with a patch of dark and russet inclusions at the head. 4in (10.2cm) long清末/民國時期 清白玉雕臥羊Provenance:Acquired by the father of the present owner in Hong Kong, circa 1949, thence by descentThe Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson came to Canada from Hong Kong as a child refugee to become a broadcaster, journalist and author. From 1999 to 2005, she was Canada's 26th Governor General. She then co-founded the Institute for Canadian Citizenship which helps new citizens feel involved and included in Canadian life. Madame Clarkson has received 28 Honorary Degrees and was awarded the Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.