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Han Dynasty Cicada Nephrite Jade Funeral Tongue Amulet browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Chinese:Hardstones: Pre AD 1000: item # 481356
KHRONOS ANCIENT ART Patrick B.M. van Kooten Kingston, Ontario Canada Guest Book $499 |
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STOCK #: AC050624-01RS CULTURE: Ancient Chinese DATE: c. Han Dynasty, 207 B.C. - 220 A.D. MATERIAL(S): Jade (Nephrite) DIMENSIONS: 1.43" (36.34 mm) long CONDITION: Nice detail. Chipped as seen, else choice. COMMENTS: This wonderful Han Dynasty Jade Cicada with its stylized design is most likely as what is known as a "funeral jade" or "tongue amulet." In Ancient China, cicadas were regarded as symbols of rebirth or immortality (similar to the reverence held by the Ancient Egyptians for the Scarab Beetle). Amulets like the one pictured were placed on the tongues of the deceased which, along with jade plugs placed at other parts of the body, were thought to preserve the vital spirit (or Qi) in as state of jade-like permanence. PROVENANCE: From an American dealer. Details will be provided to purchaser. *Prices in USD. This item is Guaranteed Authentic. Please see our Sales Policy and AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEE for full details. |
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