Ancient Chinese jade Chinese jade ritual disk of the Jue type (玉玦), decorated with spirals and cloud motifs – Zhou style - 23 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Chinese jade ritual disc of the Jue type (玉玦), decorated with spirals and cloud motifs in pale green jade, Zhou dynasty style with an open radial central perforation, measuring 23 cm in diameter and 2 cm thick, dating to the 4th–3rd century BCE and in excellent condition.
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Chinese jade disc ritual of the Jue type (玉玦), decorated with spirals and cloud motifs – Oriental Zhou Style
Culture: Ancient China
Stylistic period: Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 6th–3rd centuries BCE
Attributed material: Pale green jade
Typology: Openwork Jue Disc, ceremonial ornament.
Attractive circular disc of Chinese tradition, carved in jade-green stone and decorated with an elegant composition of spirals distributed symmetrically across its surface.
The piece presents the characteristic radial opening of the Jue type, which connects its central hole with the outer edge, creating a unique open annular composition.
Its surface is adorned with curvilinear cloud and spiral motifs, linked to the decorative repertoire of ancient Chinese jades, especially developed during the Zhou dynasty.
Jade held a privileged place in Chinese civilization as a symbol of virtue, nobility, purity, and prestige. Discs and ornaments carved in this material played an important role in ceremonies, funerary practices, and expressions of social rank.
The piece features an attractive light grayish-green coloration, with cream tones and surface deposits that highlight the decoration.
An interesting example of archaic-inspired Chinese jade, especially appealing for its balanced geometric composition, its delicate spirals, and the deep cultural meaning of this millennial artistic tradition.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Chinese jade disc ritual of the Jue type (玉玦), decorated with spirals and cloud motifs – Oriental Zhou Style
Culture: Ancient China
Stylistic period: Eastern Zhou Dynasty, 6th–3rd centuries BCE
Attributed material: Pale green jade
Typology: Openwork Jue Disc, ceremonial ornament.
Attractive circular disc of Chinese tradition, carved in jade-green stone and decorated with an elegant composition of spirals distributed symmetrically across its surface.
The piece presents the characteristic radial opening of the Jue type, which connects its central hole with the outer edge, creating a unique open annular composition.
Its surface is adorned with curvilinear cloud and spiral motifs, linked to the decorative repertoire of ancient Chinese jades, especially developed during the Zhou dynasty.
Jade held a privileged place in Chinese civilization as a symbol of virtue, nobility, purity, and prestige. Discs and ornaments carved in this material played an important role in ceremonies, funerary practices, and expressions of social rank.
The piece features an attractive light grayish-green coloration, with cream tones and surface deposits that highlight the decoration.
An interesting example of archaic-inspired Chinese jade, especially appealing for its balanced geometric composition, its delicate spirals, and the deep cultural meaning of this millennial artistic tradition.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
IV-III AC
Name of object
Chinese jade ritual disk of the Jue type (玉玦), decorated with spirals and cloud motifs – Zhou style
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2006
Material
jade
Country acquired from
Hong Kong
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
23 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
23 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
China
Depth
2 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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