Chinese jade 17C mounted on a mirror with boxwood handle

A Chinese jade plaque 17/18 C. very finely carved and pierced with precious objects e.g the canopy, endless knot etc.This reticulated example with its breathtaking virtuosity and delicate , meticulous detail is a fine example of earlier Chinese lapidary art. The stone is of greyish celadon hue with spots of whitish clouds and is set on the back of a hand mirror in a frame of gilt silver which is worked with a ground of filigree and multi colour enamel decoration. All is enhanced with semi precious stones mounts. Please note that the handle is made from boxwood and therefore allowed for international shipping. condition: very good, some age tarnish on the silver. size: overall 27 cm.