White Hetian seed jade with red skin forms this carving of two egrets feeding and playing in a pond, with lotus blooms around them and a carp tucked among the lotus on the reverse. The source describes the skin used cleverly — deeper red for the lotus leaf, paler for the lotus seeds and egret heads. Listed dimensions are 77.7 x 64.4 mm and the weight is 162 g, with the depth confirmed per piece. Ask Yufu Jade for photos of both faces and the skin colour.
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Carving subject and cultural context
Every side plus an in-hand scale photograph
The meaning behind this piece
The egret (鹭, lu) sounds like the word for "road" (路, lu), so two egrets suggest "every road", and the whole scene reads as 路路通 (lu lu tong), "smooth passage on every road". The carp and lotus add their own auspicious notes, making the piece a traditional wish for things to go smoothly in every pursuit.
Sizing and wear
At 77.7 x 64.4 mm and 162 g, this is a broad, heavy hand piece about 3.1 x 2.5 in that fills the palm and needs a firm grip.
Keeping this piece at its best
Wipe it with a soft damp cloth and dry it before storing.
Keep it away from ultrasonic cleaners, steam and strong chemicals.
Rest it on a padded surface in a box so the carved detail is not pressed against anything hard.
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.
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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.
Who would appreciate this as a gift?
The Lu Lu Tong motif — smooth passage on every road — is often given to someone starting a new job, study or venture, as a wish that every path goes smoothly.
Is the red colour natural?
The red skin is the natural iron-coloured rind of the seed pebble, not added colour; ask Yufu Jade for close-up photos to see how the carver used it in the design.
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