Shaped Pendant - Gourd, Red Agate / Effortlessly stylish. The gourd brings blessings.

Yu Ning Shi is a Taiwanese jade carving brand that meticulously hand-carves each piece from natural jade, ensuring every creation is utterly unique. Master jade sculptor Mr. Hsieh Chung-Jen, with over thirty years of experience, brings his detailed and delicate craftsmanship to each piece. He masterfully incorporates the natural colors and textures of the stones into his designs, resulting in carvings that are both lively and imaginative. Jewelry designer Penny Huang complements these creations by designing exquisite accessories using natural gemstones like jade, pearls, and crystals. Combined with handcrafted elements such as silver and jade threads, these pieces offer a refined aesthetic perfect for any occasion. Made from durable, long-lasting natural gemstones, the collection offers a diverse range of styles that are consistently updated and much-loved by fans. **Shaped Pendant Series** Featuring geometric and linear designs in various sizes. These exquisite, compact pieces are perfect for adding a touch of artistry to your daily style, suitable for ages 5 to 45. **Product Information** Material: Red Agate Dimensions: Length 0.8cm x Width 0.7cm x Height 1.9cm (including the silver-plated K-gold bail, total height is 2.1cm) Creation Method: 100% Hand-Carved Original Work Quantity: __This is the only one of its kind!__ Packaging Includes: ◆ Certificate of Authenticity ◆ Gift Box ◆ Gift Bag **◈ This item does not include a chain. You may add a 925 sterling silver or stainless steel chain by clicking the link below. ◈** https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=rzc7Si&tab=product // Discover more in the Shaped Pendant Series // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=2HyqHJ&tab=product **About the Artist: Hsieh Chung-Jen** Born in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County in 1973. Began learning jade carving in Taipei in 1988. Studied advertising design in vocational school from 1993, integrating design concepts into his work. Established his own studio in 1994. 2000: Awarded Honorable Mention in the Crafts category at the 14th Nanying Art Exhibition for his piece "Waiting for the Opportunity." August: Participated in a joint jade exhibition at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. 2001: Invited to participate in the Hualien International Arts Festival, performing live carving in the local creation area. 2002: Selected for the "Dream of Craft" exhibition at the 10th Taiwan Craft Design Competition. January: Joint jade exhibition at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau. May: Joint exhibition of Luoqi stone硯 and jade carving at the Changhua County "Flower and Tree Carnival." October-December: Invited by the Shinkong Mitsukoshi Foundation and Hualien Cultural Affairs Bureau to exhibit in the "Stone Garden" exhibition across department stores in northern, central, and southern Taiwan. 2003: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute to exhibit works such as "Lotus Ecological Charm" at the "Taitung Local Crafts Exhibition" in the Presidential Office. 2004: March-June: Featured in the "Art Corridor - Hsieh Chung-Jen Jade Stone Carving Exhibition" on National Education Radio. Awarded Honorable Mention at the 12th Taiwan Craft Design Competition in the "Dream of Craft" category. October-January 2005: Solo exhibition at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. 2005: Invited by the National Taiwan Museum to exhibit his piece "Taiwanese Snacks - Braised Pork Rice." June-September: Participated in the "Sherlock Holmes Exhibition" with the National Museum of the Czech Republic. Established the "Yu Ning Shi" brand and opened counters in department stores. Mid-December: Exhibited at the Pacific Sogo Department Store's "Craft Master" exhibition. 2007: Invited to participate in the "Crafts at Your Fingertips - Application of Living Crafts" exhibition at the Executive Yuan Gallery, hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute. 2008: His work "Japanese Style Nigiri Sushi" was selected for the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition." 2012: Received an Honorable Mention in the Traditional Crafts category for his work "Half Thought" at the Ministry of Culture and National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition." Received an Honorable Mention in the Crafts category for his work "Lin Jing Mountain Water" at the 21st Nanying Award in Tainan City. 2013: Exhibited at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in the "Cross-Strait Jade Carving Exchange Exhibition of Masters," invited to exhibit in the Taiwanese Jade Carving Masters section. 2016: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit at the Presidential Office Gallery as part of the "Gathering Around the Hearth - Sustainable Craft Exhibition," showcasing three works: "Japanese Style Nigiri Sushi," "Handmade Mochi," and "Moment of Leap." 2017: His work "Lingering Lotus Spring" received an Honorable Mention at the Taoyuan City Taoyuan Art Exhibition. 2018: Held his solo exhibition "Hsieh Chung-Jen Jade Carving 30 Years - The Continuation of Culture" at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. 2019: January-June: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit his work "Auspicious Dragon Bringing Good Fortune" at the Presidential Office Gallery's "Feast · Happiness" exhibition. 2020: His work was featured in the "Joyful Heart, Shining Art - Taiwan Craft Development Association Boutique Exhibition," held concurrently at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau (July 29 - August 16) and the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's Taipei Contemporary Craft Design Branch (October 6, 2020 - February 28, 2021). 2021: Exhibited his work "Japanese Style Nigiri Sushi" at the "Creative Regeneration Green Crafts" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (October-November). His piece "Handmade Mochi" was selected for the 2021 Taiwan Craft Competition and toured at the Taipei Contemporary Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, Xinyi Eslite, Xinyi Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, and Taichung Shin Kong Mitsukoshi. **Important Notes** ※ Color variations may occur in product photos due to different screen displays. The actual color of the item received is the standard. ※ Each piece is hand-carved, and sizes may vary slightly. Natural jade stones possess inherent characteristics such as natural grain, internal inclusions, crystalline structures, or cloud-like patterns, as well as slight color variations. These are all normal occurrences, making each piece and its color unique. The actual item received will be the standard. __※ If you have any questions about the product, please contact us before purchasing. 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