Shaped Pendant - Gourd, Carnelian / Effortlessly Stylish. Gourd brings blessings.

Yu Ning Shi, a Taiwanese jade carving brand, handcrafts each unique piece from natural jade. Master Xie Zhong-Ren, a jade carving artisan with over thirty years of experience, meticulously carves each piece, skillfully incorporating the natural textures and colors of the stone into lively and dynamic designs. Jewelry designer Penny Huang combines natural gemstones such as jade, pearls, and crystals with handcrafted elements like silver and jade threads to create exquisite, wearable pieces suitable for any occasion. These natural gemstones are durable and easy to care for, offered in a diverse range of styles that are frequently updated and highly cherished by fans. **Shaped Pendant Series** Geometric, linear designs in various sizes of jade accessories. A touch of brilliance, small and unique, suitable for work or leisure. Ideal for ages 5 to 45. **Product Information** Material: Carnelian Dimensions: 1.1cm (width) x 1cm (thickness) x 2.1cm (height) (2.7cm including the silver-plated K pendant bail) Craftsmanship: 100% Hand-carved creation Quantity: __One of a kind!__ Packaging includes: ◆ Certificate of Authenticity ◆ Gift Box ◆ Gift Bag **◈ Chain not included. Add a 925 silver or stainless steel chain via the link below. ◈** https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=rzc7Si&tab=product // Shaped Pendant Series Products // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=2HyqHJ&tab=product **About the Artist: Xie Zhong-Ren** Born in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County in 1973 Began studying jade carving in Taipei in 1988 Studied advertising design in vocational school in 1993, integrating design concepts into his work Established his own studio in 1994 Received an honorable mention in the craft category at the 14th Nan Ying Art Exhibition in 2000 for his work "Waiting for the Opportunity" Participated in a joint jade exhibition at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in August Invited to participate in the Hualien International Arts Festival, demonstrating live carving in the local creation area in 2001 Received an honorable mention at the 10th Taiwan Craft Design Competition, "Dream of Craftsmanship" in January; participated in a joint jade exhibition at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau Participated in the "Flowers and Trees Carnival" joint jade exhibition in Changhua County in May Invited to participate in the "Grand View of Stones" exhibition organized by the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Cultural Foundation and the Hualien Cultural Affairs Bureau, with exhibitions in department stores across Northern, Central, and Southern Taiwan from October to December 2002 Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit works such as "Lotus Ecological Scenery" at the "Taitung Local Crafts Exhibition" in the Presidential Office in 2003 Featured in the National Education Radio program "Art Corridor - Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Stone Carving Exhibition" from March to June 2004 Received an honorable mention at the 12th Taiwan Craft Design Competition, "Dream of Craftsmanship" Held a solo exhibition at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall from October 2004 to January 2005 Invited by the National Taiwan Museum to exhibit his work "Taiwanese Snacks - Braised Pork Rice" in 2005 Participated in the "Faces of Sherlock Holmes" exhibition in exchange with the National Museum of the Czech Republic from June to September Established the brand "Yu Ning Shi" and opened counters in department stores Exhibited at the Pacific Sogo Department Store's "Craftsmanship Masters" exhibition in mid-December 2005 Invited to participate in the "Craftsmanship at Your Fingertips - Applied Crafts for Daily Life" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute at the Executive Yuan Art Gallery in 2007 His work "Japanese-style Nigiri Sushi" was selected for the "Taiwanese Craft Competition" by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute in 2008 Received an honorable mention in the traditional craft category for his work "Half-Thought" at the Ministry of Culture and National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition" in 2012. His work "Lin Jing Mountain Water" received an honorable mention in the craft category at the 21st Tainan City "Nan Ying Award." Invited to exhibit in the "Cross-Strait Jade Carving Masters Exchange Gathering" at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in 2013, showcasing his work in the Taiwanese Jade Carving Masters section. Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit works including "Japanese-style Nigiri Sushi," "Handmade Mochi," and "Leaping Moment" at the "Gathering Around the Hearth - Sustainable Craft Exhibition" in the Presidential Office Art Gallery in 2016. His work "Lingering Lotus in Spring" received an honorable mention at the Taoyuan City Taoyuan Art Exhibition in 2017. Held his solo exhibition "Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Carving 30 Years - The Continuation of Culture" at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in 2018. Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit his work "Auspicious Dragon Presents Blessings" at the "Feast · Happiness" exhibition in the Presidential Office Art Gallery from January to June 2019. Participated in the "Joyful Heart, Shining Art - Taiwan Craft Development Association Boutique Exhibition," held jointly at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau from July 29 to August 16, 2020, and at the Taipei Dangdai Contemporary Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute from October 6, 2020, to February 28, 2021. His work "Japanese-style Nigiri Sushi" was exhibited at the "Creative Regeneration Green Craft" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute from October to November 2021. His work "Handmade Mochi" was selected for the 2021 Taiwan Craft Competition and toured at the Taipei Dangdai Contemporary Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, as well as at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi Store and Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Tainan Ximen Store and Taichung Store. **Important Notes** ※ Product photos may exhibit color variations due to different screen displays. Please refer to the actual product for color accuracy. ※ Each piece is hand-carved, and dimensions may vary slightly. Natural variations in jade, such as internal inclusions, crystallization, ice cracks, cloud-like patterns, and slight color differences, are normal characteristics of the material. Each piece is unique in its color and form; the actual item received will prevail. __※ If you have any questions about the product, please contact us before purchasing. As each jade piece is meticulously handcrafted through a complex process, please review the product photos and all notes carefully before confirming your order. Detailed communication prior to purchase can save considerable effort, expense, and time related to refunds or exchanges. Thank you for your understanding.__ ※ Respect for Intellectual Property Rights ※ This artwork and its photographs are protected by copyright. Unauthorized imitation, reproduction, duplication, resale, or any other infringement of creative rights will be pursued legally. Please do not violate these rights.