“Zigang” sapphire cup
This cup is cut from green jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; the…
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White Jade Dragon and Phoenix Ganoderma Ruyi
This ruyi scepter is cut from white jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not b…
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Jade flower pattern comb back
The object is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at once.
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Green Jade Kui Dragon Pattern Lord
The object is a study in patience. Green jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at…
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jade-lifting lotus boy
The object is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at once.
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White Jade Immortal Cup
This cup is cut from white jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; the…
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crystal wine
The object is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at once.
Jasper Kui Pattern Bi
The bi disc is a study in patience. Dark green (bian) jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and…
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Green bamboo festival style pendant
This pendant is cut from jade, the stone the Chinese court valued above every other because it could be worked but never rushed. Jade does not bend; the ca…
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Green carved begonia style flower goblet
The object is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and restraint at once.
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