Ming White Jade Phoenix Pendant

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Ming White Jade Phoenix Pendant

This piece is entirely crafted using openwork techniques, showcasing a unique style and the jade's lustrous and solid quality. Among bird totems, the phoenix is a special kind. In ancient times, it was revered as a divine bird and is the king of all birds in myths and legends, with the male called 'feng' and the female called 'huang'. The bird and phoenix figures etched onto the jade pendant also added infinite charm and elegance to ancient attire.

Catalogue No.: 257

Length 7.1cm, Width 4cm

Starting Bid: RMB 2,400

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This object is entirely crafted using openwork carving techniques, showcasing a unique style and the jade's lustrous and solid quality. Among bird totems, the phoenix is a special kind. In ancient times, it was worshipped as a divine bird and is the king of all birds in myths and legends, with the male called "Feng" and the female called "Huang." The birds and phoenixes fixed on jade pendants also added infinite charm and elegance to ancient costumes. In ancient times, people commonly had the custom of wearing jade; they would hang beautiful jade around their necks, tie it to their waists, or fasten it in their hair, serving as important daily adornments.

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荣艺庭芳中国近现代艺术品专场

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