Jade dragon with phoenix pattern
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 carved double tiger ring pendant
This pendant 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;…
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Jade Eight Immortals Pattern Holding Pot
The ewer 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 lotus style double layer box
This object 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; t…
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Sapphire Sanyang Banana Leaf Double Hole Pen Holder
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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Sapphire lying horse
This object 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; t…
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Jade lotus heron pattern hat top
This object 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 car…
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jade cicada
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 Dragon and Phoenix Vase
The vase 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 re…
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White Jade Chi Youhuan
This ring 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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