A white jade pendant carved in the shape of a bird with a pointed beak.

This is an exquisite and elegant white jade pendant in the shape of a reclining bird .

• Jade quality and patina: The material should be top-quality white jade, with an extremely warm, delicate, and oily texture. The patina (luster) is rich and bright throughout, exhibiting a strong oily sheen, with excellent visual and tactile qualities.

• Design and Craftsmanship: Employing the round carving technique, the bird is depicted in a reclining posture, looking back with its head turned. The bird's body is full and rounded, with soft lines. Its exquisite craftsmanship is reflected in:

  1. Looking back: The bird's head is slightly raised, its expression is vivid, and it is a very classic and artistic shape in jade carving.

  2. Intaglio feather patterns: The bird's wings and tail feathers are depicted with extremely fine and smooth intaglio lines (or "hairline carving") to express the layers and texture of the feathers. Although the lines are fine, they are clear and orderly, which shows the exquisite craftsmanship.

  3. Perforation: A perforation is provided in the center of the bird's back, indicating its function as a pendant or ornament.

• The finishing touch to this jade bird lies in its use of color. Most striking is the touch of reddish-brown at the tip of its beak , a vivid and striking detail. This treatment, if part of the jade's original skin color, is considered "skillful use of color"; if it's an later addition, it's called "point patina." Regardless of its origin, this touch of red greatly enhances the piece's vividness and artistic appeal. Furthermore, yellowish-brown patina spots are visible around the perforation and on the base, adding a rustic, aged feel to the jade.

Weight: 36.1g

Dimensions: Length - 62mm x Height - 37mm x Thickness - 16mm