White Hetian Jade Plaque: Dragon Bringing Good Fortune, 81.3 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 dragon design is engraved inside a finely patterned rectangular border. The shallow, closely spaced lines give the face a textile-like regularity beneath the smooth outer rim. The framing is part of the composition, so examine its relationship to the central motif as well as the motif itself. Edge and angled views help show whether the border is raised, recessed or simply outlined, and make the transitions into the main surface easier to assess.

The listed dimensions are 76 x 38.5 mm, approximately 2.99 x 1.52 in. Compare these measurements with a ruler to judge the scale. Listed weight: 81.3 g. Confirm the suspension opening and any included cord or fittings.

The Chinese dragon is an auspicious creature associated with vitality, authority and water. In jade carving, its long curling body is particularly suited to elongated panels and flowing relief. Read this as the traditional subject of the carving, rather than a statement about its age, maker or a promised effect on the owner.