Yellow Hetian Jade Plaque: Two Dragons with a Pearl, 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.

Two facing dragons form the pierced crest above a field of tiny repeated circles. The openwork upper section and regular texture below give this straight-sided plaque a particularly structured appearance. 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 52.1 x 32.5 mm, approximately 2.05 x 1.28 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.

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.