A finely carved white jade pendant in the shape of a tall-crowned bird.

This is a jade bird with a tall crown, carved in the round, with an antique shape and excellent patina (it can be used as a hand-held piece or a pendant).

• Jade quality and luster: This jade bird appears to be carved from white or bluish-white jade. The jade quality is delicate and warm to the eye, and the overall patina (luster) is bright and natural, presenting a soft oily feel under light.

• Design and Craftsmanship: The jade bird is carved in the round and employs simple incised lines. It is depicted in a crouching posture, its form highly stylized. Its most prominent feature is the high-rising crest on its head, its lines concise and pointing upwards, highlighting its extraordinary spirit. The bird's body is rounded and full, the carving refined, and the lines flowing, emphasizing the overall posture and spirit rather than detailed local depictions, exhibiting a distinct style of ancient jade carving.

• The highlight of this piece lies in its **"skillful patina"** . A large area of vibrant orange-red patina** (or jade skin color) penetrates deep into the jade's texture. This patina is dynamically distributed; its natural flow and mottled form perfectly complement the beautiful feather patterns of birds, creating a striking resemblance . This layer of orange-red patina seems to drape the jade bird in a natural, colorful coat, instantly imbuing the otherwise simple carving with vitality and grandeur. This perfect combination of natural patina and the artificially sculpted theme is precisely the rare and highly sought-after "skillful patina" in antique jade collecting, greatly enhancing the work's artistic expression.

Weight: 45.8g

Dimensions: Length - 48mm x Height - 48mm x Thickness - 21mm