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Canadian Spinach Nephrite Jade British Columbia Carved Walrus Sculpture D. Wong

$ 290.39

Availability: 76 in stock
  • Type: Carved bear
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Canada
  • Material: Nephrite Jade
  • Condition: Used
  • Modified Item: No

    Description

    Canada British Columbia Nephrite Jade (Polar Jade) Carving of  a WALRUS. Signed and #2723.
    By listed Canadian artist  master carver DAVID WONG - (1937 - 1998).
    Size:  5" long ,  3" wide,  3 3/4" high.
    NO damage - EXCELLENT CONDITION.
    BC jade has a deep, rich color with soft variations.
    In perfect condition
    The Walrus' Tusks are carved from Genuine Walrus Tusk.
    This Walrus sculpture was bought directly from David Wong in Vancouver in the 1980's from Untamed Arts Studio who represented him.
    David Wong born 1937 Guandong Provence China
    Died 1998 Vancouver Canada
    His father was a famous painter in China.
    Early on he moved to Hong Kong where he taught sculpture.
    It was the sight of a big block of Canadian BC Jade that made him decide his vocation.
    While holding a law degree he opted for carving Jade and moved to Vancouver BC Canada in 1971.
    He died in 1998.
    Shipping by Canada post registered mail insured to Canada - .00.
    USA - $ 28.00. World - .00.