Two Chinese carved jade plaques dating from the 18th or 19th century. Both plaques come with wooden stands. One plaque is a ruyi wand head carved with blossoming branches on rocks. The other jade is a reticulated plaque with Buddhist emblems surrounding a Shou medallion. Dimensions are: the larger ruyi jade measures 3 5/8 inches tall X 4 inches wide X 1/2 inches thick, 9.2 cm X 10.2 cm X 1.3 cm, while the smaller reticulated plaque measures 3 inches in diameter X 1/8 inches thick, 7.6 cm X 0.3 cm. All measurements are approximate. Condition: The ruyi wand head plaque has chipping to the edges and to the carving, as well as natural variation to the jade. The reticulated plaque has chipping to the edges. A reminder that all lots are sold as-is. We have sought to record the changes in the condition of this piece after its initial manufacture as diligently as possible; however, as stated in our terms, condition reports are statements of opinion and not representations or warranties. Oakridge Auction Gallery bears no responsibility for any error or omission. Provenance: The lot comes with a copy of provenance documentation. From a collector in Atlanta, Georgia. She and her late husband owned a department store in Atlanta, and they were world travelers. Most of the items in their collection were acquired by them from the 1940s to the 1970s. Notes: High resolution photos can be found here.