This is described as white Hetian seed jade (nephrite) with a warm yellow skin that the carver used for a leaf and flower detail. The figure is a standing young woman with flowing hair and a lowered gaze, cut in a slightly stylised, lyrical manner. Listed dimensions are 91.9 x 41.7 mm and the weight is 113.9 g, with the third dimension confirmed per piece. Ask Yufu Jade for in-hand and daylight photographs before ordering.
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Material and any available testing
Height, width, depth and weight
Carving subject and cultural context
Every side plus an in-hand scale photograph
The meaning behind this piece
The phrase 'beauty like jade' (mei ren ru yu) is a classical Chinese compliment comparing a graceful woman to fine jade, long a metaphor for purity and refinement. Here the comparison is literal — the figure emerges from the stone itself, a cultural ideal of beauty rather than a claim of any benefit.
Sizing and wear
At 91.9 x 41.7 mm (about 3.6 x 1.6 in) and 113.9 g, this is a longer, elegant hand piece that still fits the palm. Ask Yufu Jade to confirm the depth and provide a scale photo.
Keeping this piece at its best
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and dry thoroughly.
Keep away from ultrasonic cleaners and chemical dips.
Store in a padded box or soft pouch away from hard objects.
This archived piece is not offered for sale. For any proposed similar piece, ask whether a laboratory report is available for that exact item. Request a readable copy showing the issuing laboratory, report number, item photograph, measurements and the scope of the conclusion. Verify the number through the laboratory's own official service and compare the report details with the item being offered.
Use the central evidence guide to understand what a report can establish, how to verify its issuer and which current-condition views to request.
No. This individual piece has already been collected and remains online as a reference. You can ask Yufu Jade to look for a similar material, form or carving subject; any new piece is documented and quoted separately.
Why is the skin colour kept on the carving?
The yellow skin marks the natural rind of the original seed stone. Keeping it shows the stone was carved from a genuine, unaltered pebble, and here it is worked into the leaf and flower detail.
Would this make a good gift?
As a beauty-and-jade motif it suits someone who appreciates classical Chinese art. Confirm the current photos and dimensions with Yufu Jade first, since each piece is individual.
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