Pure and Lustrous: Ancient Chinese Jade Culture

Author: Gu Fang
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: In the 7,000-year history of Chinese civilization, jade is a shining pearl, a microcosm of Chinese culture. It is the sacred object revered by ancient ancestors, a symbol of the strict ritual hierarchy, a reflection of ancient aesthetics, and the embodiment of the fine moral character of the Chinese nation. Chinese jade culture has endured for 7,000 years without interruption, a rare cultural phenomenon in the world. The Chinese nation is renowned for its love and respect for jade. This book begins with an introduction to the concept and origins of jade, guiding readers into the mysterious and abstract world of ancient jade artifacts. Through its magnificent appearance and warm, lustrous inner quality, it reveals the sacred status of jade in ancient society. Through a series of legendary tales such as "Jade River Mining," "Heshi Jade," "Returning the Jade to Zhao," "The Imperial Seal of Succession," "The Mystery of Jade Robes," and "Jade Treasures in the Underground Palace," it reflects the joys, sorrows, and emotions condensed in these small jade artifacts by ancient people. This book reflects the latest achievements in jade culture research, with many valuable textual and visual materials being disclosed for the first time. It is a comprehensive introduction to ancient Chinese jade culture.