Shaped Pendant - Gourd, Ice Jadeite / Easy to Match, Double-Sided Wearable /

Yu Ning Shi, a Taiwanese jade carving brand, meticulously crafts each piece by hand from natural jade, ensuring every item is truly one-of-a-kind. Master Xie Zhong-Ren, a Taiwanese jade carving artist with over thirty years of experience, imbues his work with exquisite detail. He skillfully incorporates the stone's natural textures and colors, resulting in lively and dynamic carvings. Jewelry designer Penny Huang draws inspiration from natural gemstones like jade, pearls, and crystals. She combines these with handcrafted elements like silver and jade threads to create exquisitely textured jewelry, perfect for any occasion. These natural gemstone pieces are durable, easy to care for, and come in a diverse range of styles, frequently updated and highly cherished by our fans. **Shaped Pendant Series** Featuring geometric and linear designs in various sizes. A touch of brilliance, small and unique, suitable for work or leisure, for ages 5 to 45. **Product Information** Material: Ice Jadeite from Myanmar Dimensions: 1.1 cm (width) x 0.8 cm (thickness) x 2 cm (height) (2.7 cm including the silver-plated K-alloy bail) Craftsmanship: 100% Hand-carved original creation Quantity: Only one piece available! Packaging Includes: ◆ Certificate of Authenticity ◆ Product Packaging Box ◆ Product Packaging Bag **◈ Chain not included. You may add a 925 sterling silver chain or a stainless steel chain via the link below. ◈** https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=rzc7Si&tab=product // Shaped Pendant Series Items // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=2HyqHJ&tab=product // Gourd-Shaped Items // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?tag=%E7%A6%8F%E6%B0%A3&i18n_tag=%E7%A6%8F%E6%B0%A3 **Artist: Xie Zhong-Ren** Born in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County, in 1973. Began learning jade carving techniques in Taipei in 1988. Studied advertising design in vocational high school in 1993, integrating design concepts into his work. Established his own studio in 1994. 2000: Awarded an honorable mention in the craft category at the 14th Nanying Art Exhibition for his work "Seizing the Opportunity." Participated in a group exhibition of jade at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall in August. 2001: Invited to carve live at the Hualien International Arts Festival's local creation zone. 2002: Received an honorable mention at the 10th Taiwan Craft Design Competition, "Dream of Craftsmanship." Participated in a jade exhibition at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau in January. Exhibited jade and stone carvings at the "Flowers and Trees Carnival" in Changhua County in May. Invited by the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Cultural Foundation and the Hualien County Cultural Affairs Bureau to exhibit in "Garden of Stones" at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department stores across Taiwan (North, Central, South) from October to December. 2003: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute to exhibit works such as "Lotus Ecological Scenery" at the "Taitung Local Crafts Exhibition" in the Presidential Office. 2004: Featured in the "Arts and Culture Corridor - Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Stone Carving Exhibition" on National Education Radio from March to June. 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 to January 2005. 2005: His work "Taiwanese Snacks - Braised Pork Rice" was invited by the National Taiwan Museum. Participated in the "Face of Sherlock Holmes Exhibition" in collaboration with the National Museum of the Czech Republic, exhibiting from June to September. Established the "Yu Ning Shi" brand and opened counters in department stores. Exhibited at the Pacific Sogo Department Store's "Craftsmanship Masters" exhibition in mid-December. 2007: Invited to participate in the "Craftsmanship Zero Distance - Applied Crafts for Daily Life" 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 "Taiwan Craft Competition" by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute. 2012: His work "Half-Thought" received an honorable mention in the Traditional Craftsmanship category at the Ministry of Culture and National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition." His work "Serene Mountain Landscape" received an honorable mention in the craft category at the 21st Nanying Award in Tainan City. 2013: Invited to exhibit in the "Cross-Strait Jade Carving Masters Exchange Gathering" at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, showcasing his work in the esteemed 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 Craftsmanship Exhibition," featuring his works "Japanese Style Nigiri Sushi," "Handmade Mochi," and "The Moment of Leaping." 2017: His work "Lingering Lotus in Spring" received an honorable mention at the Taoyuan Arts Exhibition. 2018: Held a solo exhibition, "Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Carving 30 Years: The Continuation of Culture," at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall. 2019: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute to exhibit his work "Auspicious Dragon Bestows Blessings" at the Presidential Office Gallery's "Feast of Happiness" exhibition from January to June. 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 Taipei Dangdai Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (October 6, 2020 - February 28, 2021). 2021: His work "Japanese Style Nigiri Sushi" was exhibited at the "Creative Regeneration Green Crafts" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute (October-November). His work "Handmade Mochi" was selected for the 2021 Taiwan Craft Competition and toured various locations, including the Taipei Dangdai Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi Store, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Tainan Ximen Store, and Taichung Store. **Important Notes** ※ Color variations may occur due to differences in monitor displays. The actual product color will prevail. ※ Each piece is hand-carved and dimensions may vary slightly. Natural jade may exhibit inherent textures, inclusions, crystal formations, or cloudy patterns, as well as slight color variations. Each piece is unique in its color and characteristics. The actual product received will be the definitive item. __※ If you have any questions about the product, please contact us before purchasing. As each jade piece is meticulously hand-carved through a complex and demanding process, please review product photos and all details carefully before confirming your order. Thorough 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 images are protected by copyright. Unauthorized imitation, reproduction, distribution, resale, or any other infringement of copyright will be strictly pursued by law. Please do not violate these rights.