This hand piece is carved from white Hetian seed jade with yellow skin, and shows the Maitreya — known in the West as the Laughing Buddha — bare-chested and barefoot with a broad grin. A small bat is carved above him, echoing the word for blessing. The listed dimensions are 60.8 x 40.5 mm and the weight is 84.5 g, with the depth confirmed per piece. Ask Yufu Jade for current photos and an in-hand shot to judge the carving's depth and finish.
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Height, width, depth and weight
Carving subject and cultural context
Every side plus an in-hand scale photograph
The meaning behind this piece
The laughing Maitreya, or Budai, is a popular figure of contentment and generosity in Chinese and broader East Asian tradition, often shown with a big belly and a ready smile. The bat (蝠, fu) sounds like the word for blessing (福, fu), so a bat above the figure adds a traditional note of good wishes.
Sizing and wear
At 60.8 x 40.5 mm and 84.5 g, this is a solid, rounded hand piece around 2.4 x 1.6 in that fills the palm with some heft.
Keeping this piece at its best
After handling, wipe it with a soft damp cloth and let it air dry.
Keep perfumes, soaps and household cleaners away from the stone.
Store it in a padded box, away from pieces that could scratch its surface.
This archived piece is not offered for sale. For any proposed similar piece, ask whether a laboratory report is available for that exact item. Request a readable copy showing the issuing laboratory, report number, item photograph, measurements and the scope of the conclusion. Verify the number through the laboratory's own official service and compare the report details with the item being offered.
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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.
How do I clean and care for this carving?
Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth, dry it fully, and keep it away from ultrasonic cleaners, steam and chemicals; store it in a padded pouch.
What size and weight is it?
It is listed at 60.8 x 40.5 mm and 84.5 g, a comfortable palm-sized weight; ask Yufu Jade to confirm the depth measurement.
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