Hongshan Culture Hetian Jade Cloud-Shaped Pendant (7500–2900 BCE)

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Dimensions & Weight: Length 17.2 cm (6.8 in / 0.56 ft), height 8 cm (3.1 in / 0.26 ft), weight 97 g, Hongshan Culture period (7500–2900 BCE)Condition & Provenance: The piece is in good overall condition, featuring fine Hetian jade with natural surface coloration, mineral staining, and an aged patina developed over thousands of years. The surface preserves authentic weathering characteristics, while the carved design remains clear and well defined. Provenance: From a private collection in Washington State, USA.Description: This Hongshan Culture Hetian jade cloud-shaped pendant is an outstanding example of China’s prehistoric jade tradition. Crafted with a refined flat-carved technique, the pendant features a balanced cloud-form composition with flowing curves, symmetrical extensions, and a distinctive central spiral motif. The elegant silhouette reflects the artistic sophistication and symbolic importance of jade objects created by Hongshan artisans. Natural coloration and mineral markings across the surface add depth and character, highlighting the piece’s ancient history. Hongshan jade carvings such as this cloud-shaped pendant are highly regarded by museums and collectors worldwide for their rarity, craftsmanship, and connection to the earliest development of Chinese ritual jade art.

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