A Chinese celadon and brown jade carving of a recumbant water buffalo 18th/19th century The sturdy beast with finely incised tail, faceted curled horns and scrolled nostrils, the stone of a deep olive green with beige and brown inclusions, particularly to back and sides; with carved hardwood stand. Approx. H: 2 3/4 in., 7 cm; L: 7 in., 17.8cm PROVENANCE: Rare Art, Inc, New York Acquired by the parents of the present owner from the above, May 30, 1973 (as 17th century) Thence by descent to the present owner