Jade

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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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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Yusongyintingquantushanzi

The mountain-shaped carving is a study in patience. Jade holds a polish no metal keeps, and the Imperial workshop used that slow shine to signal rank and r…

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