White Hetian seed jade with yellow skin is carved as a mother goose at play in the water with her gosling, the young bird nestled against the larger one, with a lotus leaf and seed pod worked into the scene. The source describes the carving as a tribute to a mother's love. Listed dimensions are 43 x 39 mm and the weight is 94.5 g, so this is a dense piece; the depth is confirmed per piece. Ask Yufu Jade for close-up and in-hand photos.
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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 mother-and-child pairing is a straightforward emblem of maternal care and family warmth in Chinese craft. Water birds and lotus together also carry an air of peace and harmony, so the piece is often read as a wish for a close, tender family life.
Sizing and wear
At 43 x 39 mm and 94.5 g, this is a chunky, compact hand piece around 1.7 x 1.5 in that feels noticeably solid for its small footprint.
Keeping this piece at its best
Wipe it gently with a soft damp cloth and dry it before storing.
Keep it away from ultrasonic cleaning and strong chemicals.
Rest it in a padded box or cloth-lined drawer on its own.
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.
Would this make a meaningful gift?
Yes — because it depicts a mother goose sheltering her gosling, it is often given to a mother or a new parent as a warm gesture of affection.
What is the significance of the goose and gosling?
The pairing symbolises motherly love and family closeness, with the lotus adding a traditional note of peace and harmony.
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