Chinese Jade: Power and Delicacy in a Majestic Art

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Jade (jade) is jade which was mined or carved in China since the Neolithic Age. It is a major hard rock in Chinese sculpture. Dark green jade is well known in Europe, but in most of China's history, jade has various colors. White "Mutton" and nephrite are most highly valued and valuable. Since prehistoric times, the local resources along Henan and Yangtze River have been mined and the majority have been used up; most of today's Chinese jade articles were extracted from the Xinjiang province in the northwest . Jade is acclaimed for its hardness, durability, music quality and aesthetics. In particular, its subtle, translucent colors and protective nature combine it with the soul and immortal Chinese concept. The earliest and most prominent use was the creation of six rituals discovered from the Liangzhu culture of the 3 rd century BC. bi, cong, huang, hu, gui, zhang

Since the Neolithic Age of the Qing Dynasty, the Chinese have advocated jade. According to archaeological data, the ancient Chinese used Hetian balls to make accessories and weapons between 7000 and 8000 years ago. According to the old proverb, "You can afford the price of gold, but jade is precious." The Chinese word "We translate to jade" actually refers to every carved stone. Minerals are called yu, Hetian jade is known as "old jade" ("old jade") or "white jade" ("white jade"), jade is called "cui jade" ("Cui Jade") I will. Jade and your author John Wu told Smithsonian 's "Chinese" magazine, Japanese did not hesitate to buy good work to bring luck to family and friends. I have a special feeling. "

The description of the jade article by modern Chinese is obvious - this term is used to describe a beautifully pure woman - many people believe that they even have medicinal and even magical powers Is called. Chinese say that the part of the ball worn on the wrist can soften frightened children, improve blood circulation, or absorb bad energy. According to ancient faith, Jade provides a connection between the physical world and the spiritual world. According to at least traders, another reason for the price of Hetian Jade rose is that the jade is poor. In the past ten years, bulldozers and excavators have isolated the banks of the Baiyun River several times. Prior to banning this practice three years ago, a mining company owned by a municipal government official moved the river and was looking for a new quarry.