White Hetian Jade Plaque: Ksitigarbha, Dizang, 168 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.

Ksitigarbha holds a tall staff within a rectangular figure panel. The lotus base and surrounding curls are kept close to the body, while the reverse remains a broad plain surface. The plant forms invite a close look at the meeting points between petals, leaves and the surrounding ground. Compare these small details with the larger outline to judge the balance of the design. Side lighting is useful for seeing depth without mistaking a cast shadow for a carved line.

The listed dimensions are 86.7 x 56.2 mm, approximately 3.41 x 2.21 in. Compare these measurements with a ruler to judge the scale. Listed weight: 168 g. Confirm the suspension opening and any included cord or fittings.

Ksitigarbha, known as Dizang in Chinese, is associated with profound vows and compassionate resolve. A staff and a wish-fulfilling jewel are familiar attributes in depictions of this bodhisattva. Read this as the traditional subject of the carving, rather than a statement about its age, maker or a promised effect on the owner.