White Hetian Jade Plaque: Guanyin at Ease, 72.5 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 pierced crest tops a long rectangular Guanyin panel. Fine border details frame the figure, while the reverse carries an inscription and cloud decoration; the angled view shows the thickness at the lower edge. Openwork creates actual openings through the jade, so the surrounding bridges are part of the structure as well as the design. Look at both faces and the inside edges under changing light to assess the finish and check for damage around these narrow connections.

The listed dimensions are 76 x 39 mm, approximately 2.99 x 1.54 in. Compare these measurements with a ruler to judge the scale. Listed weight: 72.5 g. Confirm the suspension opening and any included cord or fittings.

Guanyin is the bodhisattva of compassion, known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit. Lotus flowers, flowing robes and a halo are familiar elements of Guanyin imagery in Chinese jade carving. Read this as the traditional subject of the carving, rather than a statement about its age, maker or a promised effect on the owner.