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"Full Moon" Chinese Bi Disc

About the Item

Found in the tombs of ancient Chinese emperors and aristocrats, bi discs have a mysterious and spiritual history, and their function and significance remain uncertain. Thought to provide a conduit to the heavenly realm, bi discs are defined by their round, flattened shape and always carved of fine jade or dense hardstone. Polished with smooth edges and a glossy sheen, this contemporary bi disc is carved of a solid piece of pale green jadeite, selected for its beautiful translucency and subtle veining. The stone disc has a certain celestial quality, like the full moon aglow in the night sky. Set on a custom metal stand, the bi disc layers into modern interiors as tabletop sculpture with graphic shape and natural beauty.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Width: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Jade,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    21st Century
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A0081stDibs: LU820044054302

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