AWJ1012 - Antique White Heavenly Aspirations

"Heavenly Aspirations" are evident in this flawless translucent white Manchurian Jade pendant. Birds and clouds designs surround a central temple on the obverse, while the reverse has a short saying in a dotted field resembling the surface of an auspicious fruit or seed pod. Very smooth to the touch, it is mounted as a necklace with black silk cord and dates to the late 19th or early 20th century. 2-7/16" tall by 1-7/16" wide, the most minor flaw - a tiny 1/16" tap at left edge showing opaque - serves to distinguish the past use of this. A complex and very pleasing composition that combines delicacy with strength. PRICE: $340.00 [See picture of back]

AWJ1013 - Antique White Military Jade w/ Dragons

Superb "military jade" of a pair of dragons sparring on an ancient shield form, made from fine white,and uniformly translucent hard Manchurian Jade from Liaoning Province. Design and workmanship are AAA on this exceptional piece, which is lovingly hand-polished to a pleasing tactile smoothness. Possible Imperial workshop piece of the 17th-18th century, such classics as this were often gifts to a meritorious captain or general. 2-1/8" long by 1-7/16" wide, and in perfect condition. A bargain. PRICE: $390.00 [See picture of back]

AWJ1014 - Delightful White Jade Dragon with Bat

Delightful small and complex carving of a Dragon climbing a sacred fungus-of-immortality on one side, and a Bat with gourd or double-peaches on the other. The fine, hard translucent white jade has a small, cloudy-white opaque inclusion in the center, that seems to float in the air of its translucent surroundings (it can only be seen when held to the light). 1-3/8" tall by 7/8" wide, mid-20th century, it is delicate and superbly made from the hands of a true master. Symbolic of a long, powerful and happy life. Note: Although the jade is not considered a true antique based on age, we feel it represents a beautiful example of jade carving done "in the old ways". PRICE: $270.00 [See picture of back]

AWJ1015 - Symbolic White Jade Monkey on Bambo

White Burmese Jade of a monkey atop a segment of squarish bamboo, the combination symbolic of purity and virtue, or religious conviction. 20th century, it could have served as a handle for a small fan. Probably from the 1950-1970 period and may be new (never used). 2" long by 7/8" wide, it comes with a 3-1/4" red silk suspension cord. Note: Although the jade is not considered a true antique based on age, we feel it represents a beautiful example of jade carving done "in the old ways". PRICE: $135.00 [See picture of back]

AWJ1016 - Antique White Jade Dragon Plaque

Dragon Plaque in purest flawless translucent Manchurian White Jade. The large, central animal is in folksy 19th century style, and is "of the period". He has one foot on a cloud while playing with the sacred ball of wisdom, protecting it for humanity. Cloud designs frame the top of the plaque both front and rear, and Chinese wisdom is in raised relief on the back. 2-1/4" tall by 1-3/4" wide and in perfect condition. PRICE: $285.00 [See picture of back]

AQJ1021 - Antique Qing Winged Spirit Form

Buddhistic-type carving of a blessing being given by a spirit-form with wings, perched on the back of a fat duck with stylized body, lotus-sides, and a smallabstarct head. A unique custom-made northern piece from near-white translucent Manchurian Jade of Liaoning Province. 1750-1850 period, it is suspended from a red silk cord, and perforated vertically through the duck for hanging another object below. 1-3/4" tall x 1-3/16" wide, excellent condition and well-smoothed, I have never seen it's parallel. With a red silk cord for wearing around the neck. PRICE: $285.00 [See picture of back]