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What do jade carvings mean?

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What do jade carvings mean?
Jade carvings can have a variety of meanings depending on their shape. In general, jade represents good fortune, purity, grace and beauty. Shop a range of expertly vetted jade jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Jade Carving Group Finely Carved
Located in Somis, CA
This special collection comprises a three-dimensional celadon jade carving of a magpie perched on
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20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Antique Chinese Butterscotch Jade Carving of Foliage 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Chinese abstract sculpture offers carved butterscotch jade in foliate form, drilled for
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Mutton Fat Jade Carving on Hardwood Stand, Unsigned, China, 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Mutton Fat jade amulet carving on elaborate hardwood stand - the hand carved jade with pierced
Category

20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese White and Russet Jade Leaping Carp Carving Qing Dynasty.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinse white and russett jade carving of leaping carp, surrounded by waves, chilong and flaming
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Chinese Tortoise Shell Carved Box with Inset Jade Butterfly and Gourd Carving.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese tortoise shell box set with jade carving of gourds and butterfly. Gourds symbolize
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Antique 1890s Chinese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Jade

Antique Chinese Celadon Green Jade Carving, Triple Vase, Qing Dynasty
Located in New York, NY
An extremely finely carved antique Chinese Qing dynasty, Celadon green triple vase/brush washer with an Imperial Dragon from behind attacking a bird in front, 18th-19th century, Qing...
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Jade

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