The white jade is described as fine and oily, with a pleasing natural skin that the carver has kept. The Pixiu is carved to follow the stone's contours — a curled, resting beast with round, wide-set eyes, a broad snout and a sturdy hindquarter that reads as strong and alert. Listed at 58 x 51 mm and 203 g, this is a compact but heavy piece, denser than its measurements suggest. Ask Yufu Jade to confirm the depth and send in-hand photographs so you can judge the heft and the colour of the skin.
Details Yufu Jade confirms for a proposed similar piece
Material and any available testing
Height, width, depth and weight
Carving subject and cultural context
Every side plus an in-hand scale photograph
The meaning behind this piece
The Pixiu (貔貅) is a mythic guardian creature in Chinese tradition, said to devour evil and hold onto good fortune. In carving it is often given to stand for protection and for keeping what one has. These are cultural associations, not promised outcomes.
Sizing and wear
At 58 x 51 mm (approx. 2.3 x 2.0 in) and 203 g, this is a heavy, fist-filling hand piece; depth is confirmed per piece.
Keeping this piece at its best
Wipe gently with a soft, damp cloth, then dry immediately.
Keep it free of oils, creams and chemical cleaners.
Rest it in a padded box or soft pouch when not in hand.
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.
Use the central evidence guide to understand what a report can establish, how to verify its issuer and which current-condition views to request.
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.
What does the Pixiu symbolise?
The Pixiu is a traditional guardian beast, often shown as a lion-like creature with a single horn. Culturally it is associated with warding off harm and guarding one's possessions, which is why it is such a common carving subject.
Would this make a good gift?
A Pixiu hand piece is a popular gift for someone starting a business or a new chapter, because of its protective, keep-and-hold associations. It is a cultural gesture, so choose it when the symbolism matches the recipient rather than for any promised result.
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