White Jade Book Weight 
with Squirrel and Melon 
Decor
Ming Dynasty (A.D 1368-
1644)
Length          7.4cm
Width           4.6cm
Height          3.7cm
          This  pure  white, 
unctuous  jade  is carved 
in the shape of a squirrel 
crouching on a long melon 
with leaves.  The squirrel 
seems delightfully tame.