White Hetian Jade Plaque: Archaistic Dragon, 35 g

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.

A small dragon medallion is surrounded by rows of raised circular texture on an oval plaque. The close-up distinguishes the smooth dragon curls from the repeated rounded dots. Compare the outer profile in the full view with the smaller carved details in the close-ups. An angled view helps separate changes in surface depth from differences caused by lighting. Photographs are useful for studying the composition, but do not establish the maker, the tools used or a workmanship grade.

The listed dimensions are 49 x 39 mm, approximately 1.93 x 1.54 in. Compare these measurements with a ruler to judge the scale. Listed weight: 35 g. Confirm the suspension opening and any included cord or fittings.

Archaistic carving reinterprets ornament associated with early Chinese art, including stylized animals, scrolls and geometric patterns. The term describes the design style and does not mean that the object is an archaeological antique. Read this as the traditional subject of the carving, rather than a statement about its age, maker or a promised effect on the owner.