Abstract Carved Nephrite Jade or Serpentine Figural Sculpture

This item is an abstract, elongated vertical sculpture carved from a dense, variegated green stone, likely nephrite jade or high-quality serpentine. The piece stands on a circular, multi-tiered dark-stained wooden base, possibly rosewood or mahogany. The sculpture features a highly polished surface that showcases a rich color palette ranging from deep forest green to pale, minty streaks and mottled black inclusions, typical of natural metamorphic stone. Physically, it measures approximately 8 to 12 inches in height. The form is minimalist and biomorphic, suggestive of a shrouded human figure or a flame, with smooth, fluid contours that transition into a rounded, tapering peak. There are no visible maker's marks or signatures, which is common for mid-to-late 20th-century decorative lapidary art. The condition appears excellent with a high-gloss luster, though the wooden base shows minor surface scuffs and general age-related patina. The craftsmanship reflects skilled lapidary work, utilizing the natural grain and 'flow' of the stone to enhance the abstract composition. Its style is consistent with Mid-Century Modern organic abstraction or traditional East Asian 'scholar's stones' updated with a modern sculptural sensibility.