Life Appreciation -- Jade Appreciation

Author: Qiao Jin, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Beauty cannot be measured by value. Once jade possesses the attribute of beauty, it earns the title "Gold has a price, jade has no price." An endless variety of jade types How has the history of jade ware evolved? The relationship between jade and sacrificial and funerary rites Jade as personal adornment The image and symbolism of jade in poetry and literature The cultural significance of jade in religious traditions The cultural heritage of jade is as long as that of Chinese culture. The renowned Chinese anthropologist and sociologist Fei Xiaotong has recently proposed new insights on the relationship between ancient Chinese jade ware and traditional Chinese culture at the "Symposium on Ancient Chinese Jade Ware and Traditional Culture" held in Shenyang. Throughout history, jade has also served as a medium for cultural exchange, becoming an envoy that connects thoughts and fosters friendships. Since ancient times, there have been legends of the Queen Mother of the West presenting jade to the Central Plains. Later, Zhang Qian's mission to the Western Regions during the Han Dynasty opened up the world-famous Silk Road. On this westward journey, in addition to silk and porcelain, among the radiant artworks, there were also our warm and exquisite jade wares.