This is a beautiful Ganesh Elephant Jade Carving from China. The detail of the Ganesh inside is amazing. Ganesh is know as the destroyer of obstacles. I knew I had to buy this piece on my travels for someone that would love to have it. The last picture shows the back of the carving.
I believe the Jade is Nephrite Jade. I had done some studying of the different kinds of Jade and Nephrite is primarily the kind of Jade found in China.
I thought it was very clever to carve the Deity inside the stone this gives it almost on could say a little shrine or house as well as protecting it from nicks or damage. Jade is quite tough and difficult to break or scratch so this should always be easy to transport and move avoiding damage. A wonderful carving.
The Carving is in the shape of a Chinese plum which is believed to bring good luck. Loa-Tse, the famous Chinese Philosopher is thought to have been born under a plum tree and it was already believed that the plum fruit is a symbol of good fortune and good luck.
No chips or damage
Stone Size: 3.1'' tall and 3.1" wide ( 8.5 cm tall and 8.5 cm wide ) total stone. Deity size 1.5" tall and 1.1" wide ( 4.1 cm tall and 3 cm wide.
Weight: 13.5 oz ( 382 gm )
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I believe the Jade is Nephrite Jade. I had done some studying of the different kinds of Jade and Nephrite is primarily the kind of Jade found in China.
I thought it was very clever to carve the Deity inside the stone this gives it almost on could say a little shrine or house as well as protecting it from nicks or damage. Jade is quite tough and difficult to break or scratch so this should always be easy to transport and move avoiding damage. A wonderful carving.
The Carving is in the shape of a Chinese plum which is believed to bring good luck. Loa-Tse, the famous Chinese Philosopher is thought to have been born under a plum tree and it was already believed that the plum fruit is a symbol of good fortune and good luck.
No chips or damage
Stone Size: 3.1'' tall and 3.1" wide ( 8.5 cm tall and 8.5 cm wide ) total stone. Deity size 1.5" tall and 1.1" wide ( 4.1 cm tall and 3 cm wide.
Weight: 13.5 oz ( 382 gm )
Half price shipping for all additional items for multiple orders.
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