Liao‑Jin Dynasty Amber Human‑Face Mythical Beast Handpiece,10th‑12th Century,

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Dimensions:Length 5.2cm(2.05in),Width 3.5cm(1.38in),Weight 20g,10th‑12th Centurycondition & Provenance:Fully carved from single piece of natural ancient amber,no major breakage or material loss.The whole surface is covered with fine aged crazing cracks built over centuries.Deep oily patina covers the artifact with rich orange‑hued amber tone.Soft luster comes from long‑time ancient handling.Minor faint wear and tiny nicks from historical usage remain as original antique condition.No modern heat restoration,no glue repair,no artificial dye or rework.Ancient carving cuts show natural weathering,tiny soil residue trapped inside crevices from old burial environment.All aging marks match authentic time signature of Liao‑Jin amber artifacts.It derives from a private ancient Asian jewelry collector based on Park Avenue,Manhattan,New York,who specialized in northern Chinese Liao‑Jin amber,beeswax and gold‑silver ornaments.This artifact was acquired during 1980s from a well‑known Upper East Side oriental antique gallery,kept within one family for two generations.Old purchase receipts,collecting archives and vintage photos are preserved,cataloged under Liao‑Jin nomadic ornament group.Its full provenance is well‑documented and traceable.Description:This Liao‑Jin amber handpiece is solidly carved in the round.It depicts a mythical beast with human‑like face,crouching in relaxed posture.Facial features are realistically rendered,hair strands are finely detailed.Body muscles look full and plump,limbs tucked underneath body with long flowing tail.The whole piece delivers bold primitive artistic taste typical of northern nomadic culture.Carving lines are powerful and concise.Amber was highly treasured by Liao‑Jin aristocrats for personal wear and handheld appreciation.This was once a noble’s daily carry‑around ornament.Natural all‑over crazing serves as key authentic feature for ancient amber.Surviving fully‑rounded carved Liao‑Jin amber mythical beast is quite scarce.It provides vital physical reference for studying nomadic culture,northern amber carving craftsmanship and elite ornament system of Liao‑Jin era.It owns remarkable archaeological‑historical value,hand‑appreciate display merit and high‑end antique collectible value.

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