Jade & Hardstone

ANTIQUE CHINESE JADE "PIXIU" PENDANT REPUBLIC PERIOD ...

A rare and well-preserved example of 1920 from Republic Period (ca. 1920s), noted for its craftsmanship, material quality, and historical relevance.

This masterfully hand-carved pendant is a fine example of Republic Period craftsmanship, created during the early 20th-century ''Archaic Revival.'' It features a powerful Pixiu---the mythical guardian of wealth---encircled by a border of ancient-style coins to symbolize prosperity. The stone is high-quality jade with a warm, honey-toned translucency. It displays intentional ''archaic'' weathering and dark staining, a sophisticated 1920s technique used to emulate buried artifacts. The piece possesses a soft, waxy patina consistent with a century of handling.

— Details

Reference

SA1205215

Origin

Republic Period (ca. 1920s)

Period

1920

Dimensions

W 4.5cm × H 4.0cm

Weight

27 g

Condition

Excellent — see description