Appreciating Jade Artifacts and Distinguishing Fake Artifacts in Yin Shang Dynasty
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Distinguishing the Genuine and Fake Jade Artifacts of the Qi Family
To distinguish the authenticity of the Qi family's cultural jade, one could start from the following aspects: * * I. The key points of distinguishing jade pieces ** 1. * * Hole and shape ** - If the hole of the authentic product was a pipe drill, the outer ring would be cut square and round. This shape was simple and natural. However, it should be noted that the characteristics of drilling holes and cutting a square to get a circle may be copied, so it cannot be used as the only basis to judge the authenticity. 2. * * Cracks and color ** - The real thing was often full of cracks, which broke into the skin and seeped into the skin. However, when there was a phenomenon of accompanying seeping, if there was a single crack without seeping, it needed further investigation and could not be rashly determined. 3. * * Jade Sand Scar Solution ** - The micro-image of the real drilled wall could see the ancient characteristics of the jade sand mark, but if the jade sand mark showed that the patina was not obvious and thick, it was difficult to determine whether it was patina after sand or later manual grinding. At this time, it was necessary to judge carefully. 4. * * In terms of plaque ** - The real thing was corroded and eroded. The key was whether the plaque was in a "natural state". For example, the plaque on the jade wall had different states in different areas. If the plaque at the edge of the drilling wall was in a complete natural state, and this kind of soil plaque was often accompanied by crystals, which was beyond the reach of human technology, it could basically be judged as true ancient. * * 2. Common Points of Distinguishing Jade Artifacts ** 1. * * In terms of jade materials ** - The jade materials used in the Qi family's jade ware were mainly local jade from Gansu and Qinghai, as well as Hetian jade from Xinjiang. The ratio was roughly 70% local jade and 30% Hetian jade. If the jade material was completely different from the jade material commonly used during the Qi family's cultural period, it was very likely to be an imitation. 2. * * Craftsmanship ** - For example, the jade and jade rings of the Qi family culture were relatively large in diameter, some of which were more than 30 centimeters in diameter; the inner holes were mostly drilled by the pipe drilling method, and the shape of the inner holes in the profile was close to the shape of "U" and "V"; the jade walls were mostly uneven in thickness, and some jade walls and rings had cutting marks on them. In terms of jade congs, there were different shapes and types of jade congs in the Qi family culture area. The tall jade congs were relatively poor in quality, and the jade materials used contained greater stone properties. The shorter jade congs often had fine quality and exquisite workmanship. If the jade ware's craftsmanship was far from the typical craftsmanship of the Qi family culture, it was necessary to doubt its authenticity. 3. * * Overall Style ** - The Qi family's jade ware had a unique sense of beauty. It presented a simple, masculine beauty and a solemn feeling. If the style of a jade piece did not match this feature at all, it might be an imitation. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Jade Plate and Jade Artifacts of Han Dynasty
The jade wares of the Han Dynasty inherited and developed the tradition of the jade wares of the Warring States Period. In the Han Dynasty, ceremonial jade articles (the so-called "auspicious jade") were less than before, and daily necessities and decorations made of jade developed greatly. Jade plates belonged to the category of daily necessities made of jade. For example, the Palace Museum had a jade plate with a dragon handle from the Han Dynasty. In terms of craftsmanship, the Han Dynasty had more round carvings, high embossed, open-cut jade carvings, and jade inlaid objects than before. The decorative style changed from abstract to realistic. In addition, there were also Han Dynasty jade plates on sale, such as the Hetian jade Han Dynasty jade plate on sale on September 13th, 2024. The price was 23,688 yuan, and the quality was 95 grade. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Ancient Jade Artifacts of Tang Dynasty
110 Fine Jade Artifacts of the Yuan Dynasty
The following are some of the collection's fine jade articles of the Yuan Dynasty: 1. "Dushan Jade Sea: It is a work that can reflect the style and craftsmanship of the jade ware of the Yuan Dynasty. It belongs to the jade sea category and can be traced back to the Shang Dynasty. The production process is complicated and has high artistic and collection value. It is used as a ritual vessel to represent good luck and power. 2. Jade Hat Top with Double Hornless Dragon Patterns: It is a type of jade hat top. Its history can be traced back to the 13th century. It uses hollowed-out carving techniques and is exquisitely made. It is one of the representative works of jade ware in the Yuan Dynasty. It represents noble status and noble status. The shape is exquisite and the carving is exquisite. 3. Yuan carved lioness jade hat top: It is a type of jade hat top. Its history can be traced back to the 13th century. It uses hollowed-out carving techniques and is exquisitely made. It is one of the representative works of jade ware in the Yuan Dynasty. It represents the status and noble status of nobility. The shape is exquisite and the carving is exquisite. 4. [White Jade Couplet Pearl Pattern Cloud Dragon Ring: It belongs to the jade belt ring category. Its history can be traced back to the Han Dynasty. The craftsmanship is exquisite. It is one of the representative works of ancient jade. It represents the status and noble status of nobility. The shape is simple and elegant, and the carving is exquisite.] 5. [White Jade Stove: It is a type of jade stove. Its history can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty. The craftsmanship is exquisite. It is one of the representative works of ancient jade, representing nobility and wealth.] 6. Phoenix Peony Jade: Now in the Palace Museum. The jade is bluish-white and has the same patterns on both sides. It is carved with a red phoenix and a peony with twining branches. The phoenix's slender eyes hold a long ribbon tied to a coin-shaped knot. 7. The jade ring with the pattern of hornless dragon is now collected in the Hubei Province Museum. The jade is white with black spots. There is an oval hole in the oval shape. The ring is embossed with the dragon mouth containing ganoderma lucidum. 8. The jade book is now hidden in Lushun Museum. It is blue in color, flat and rectangular in shape. The top is slightly curved, and there are eight round holes on both sides. There is a round hole in the middle of the top. On the right side of the front, there is a vertical regular script "Empress Sheng". 9. Jade hat top with figure pattern: Now stored in the China Cultural Relics Information Center. It is white jade and round carved. The top of the hat is decorated with the Longevity Star, Lotus, and Egret, which symbolizes longevity. The carving technique is unique and there are traces of pipe drilling. 10. Lotus Egret Pattern Jade Hat Top (Collection of the Museum of Liaoning Province): Jade cyan with brown spots, the whole body is carved with lotus flowers and egrets using multiple hollowed-out techniques. 11. Lotus Egret Pattern Jade Hat Top (Collection of the China Cultural Relics Information Center): The jade is white and smooth, round carving, the theme pattern is egrets and lotus, using the color of jade skin to make it, there are two sets of holes at the bottom. 12. The top of a jade hat with a crane and deer figure pattern is now hidden in the Palace Museum. It is made of green jade and carved. On one side, there is a table in the middle of three people. Beside it, there are people playing the piano and standing. On the other side, there are carvings of crane, deer, ganoderma lucidum, pine branches and immortal grass. 13. The top of a jade hat with a dragon pattern is now stored in the China Cultural Relics Information Center. The jade is bluish white. The dragon pattern is a traditional pattern, and the dragon head is raised. The flowers are deeply sunken, and the bottom is slightly concave with two sets of holes. The unique craftsmanship is a typical work of the Yuan Dynasty. However, based on the current information, it was impossible to provide a complete list of the 110 fine jade articles of the Yuan Dynasty in the collection. The above was only a part of the collection of fine jade articles of the Yuan Dynasty. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
On the Jade Artifacts in the Tombs of the Han Dynasty
The jades in the tombs of the Han Dynasty had many characteristics. ** 1. Source ** 1. ** Legacy of the previous dynasty ** - Due to the short history of the Qin Dynasty and the close proximity of the Warring States Period and the Western Han Dynasty, most of the jade ornaments unearthed from the tombs of the nobles in the early Western Han Dynasty had obvious characteristics of the Warring States Period. Some of them were even jade ornaments directly preserved from the Warring States Period. For example, a jade dancer unearthed from the tomb of Liu He, Marquis of Haiying in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, was a relic of the late Warring States Period. The jade pieces inlaid on the lacquer wood core jade pillow unearthed from the tomb of the courtier of the King of Chu in Lion Mountain, Xuzhou, covered all kinds of jade pendants from the Western Zhou Dynasty to the Warring States Period. - The palace of the Han Dynasty inherited the treasures of the previous dynasty, including many jade articles. For example,"Han Shu·Suburban Sacrifice Annals" records that the "Suihou"(Suihou Pearl) and "Yubao Bi"(Heshi Bi) in Weiyang Palace during the reign of Emperor Xuan of Han Dynasty may be the pearls and jade collected in the former dynasty. 2. ** Project and Grave Robbing Gains ** - In the Han Dynasty, there were "large-scale infrastructure" activities, such as the construction of Changling and the tomb of Liu Yan, the king of Zhongshan Jian. Many tombs were destroyed in these projects, and the jade articles in them may have been passed down. - Grave robbing was prevalent in the Han Dynasty. Not only were there lawless people robbing tombs, but even the nobles were also involved. For example, Liu Quji, the king of Guangchuan, robbed the tombs of famous people such as King You of Zhou and King Xiang of Wei. Many jade articles buried in the previous dynasty were passed down as the source of ancient jade in the Han tombs. ** 2. Type and usage ** 1. ** Practicable tools ** - For example, the bronze cup unearthed from the tomb of the King of Nanyue of the Western Han Dynasty in Xianggang Mountain, Guangzhou, has a similar style to the high-foot jade cup unearthed from the site of the Qin Epang Palace in Chezhang Village, western suburb of Xi'an, Shaanxi Province. It is a practical instrument used to mix jade chips and dew to drink. 2. ** Ornaments ** - The nobles of the Han Dynasty liked to wear ancient jade, and many of the jade in the tombs of the early Western Han Dynasty had the characteristics of the Warring States Period. For example, the jade dancer unearthed from the tomb of Liu He, Marquis of Haiying in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, was reassembled into a set of accessories by the Han Dynasty people with jade Huang and jade tube for use; the S-shaped dragon white jade pendant unearthed from the tomb of the King of Chu in Lion Mountain, Xuzhou, had holes under the eyes of the jade dragon for wearing, which was an accessory. There were also white jade dragon and phoenix patterns from the early Western Han Dynasty, white jade double dragon heads with hooks, and so on. 3. ** Burial Jade ** - In the Han Dynasty, people would reform the ancient jade of the previous dynasty and use it as burial jade. Craftsmen would make the old jade into jade clothes, jade ornaments, jade covers, and other funerary objects. For example, the lacquer wood core inlaid jade pillow unearthed from the tomb of the courtier of the King of Chu in Lion Mountain of Xuzhou was a burial jade. ** 3. Regional differences ** - The jade artifacts unearthed from the tombs of the Han Dynasty in different areas had different characteristics. For example, due to the hot weather and high air humidity in the tomb of the King of Nanyue in Guangzhou, most of the jade articles unearthed were in a white state, while the jade articles unearthed from the tomb of the King of Chu in Lion Mountain in Xuzhou were quite different. ** 4. In terms of artistic value ** - Jade articles of the Han Dynasty had high artistic value. For example, the green jade wall with the pattern of dragon and dragon holding ring and milk nail in Hebei Museum is the most complete and largest jade wall found in our country at present; There is also the white jade wall with double dragons carved on both sides of the jade wall, with a pair of vigorous and majestic Kui dragons carved on the upper end of the wall; The white feathered man riding on a horse jade carving, the round carving squatting posture jade to ward off evil spirits, jade bear, etc. unearthed from the Weiling Cemetery of Emperor Yuan of Han Dynasty; A large number of exquisite jade articles were unearthed from the tomb of Liu He, the deposed emperor of Han Dynasty; The rosefinch ring cup unearthed from the tomb of a senior official of the Han Dynasty in Fangwanggang, Chaohu, Anhui Province, all showed the exquisite craftsmanship of the jade ware of the Han Dynasty. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Famous Jade Artifacts of the Tang Dynasty
The following are some famous jade articles from the Tang Dynasty: the Jade Bi with the pattern of the cloud dragon of the Tang Dynasty, made using the techniques of shallow embossed and intagliography. One side is engraved with embossed dragon, and the details are presented by the intagliography lines. It has many unique modeling features. The other side is embossed with cloud patterns in the shape of Ruyi. The jade pendant with the pattern of the double phoenix of the Tang Dynasty is now in the collection of the Palace Museum. The Painting of the Jade Qin of the Yao Qin can be traced back to the period of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty. The Jade Bracelet is exquisite in shape, delicate in jade quality, and gentle in texture. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Top Jade Artifacts of the Song Dynasty
Since the reference materials did not clearly mention which jade articles of the Song Dynasty were top-notch, it was impossible to pinpoint which were top-notch jade articles of the Song Dynasty. However, from the information given about the jade articles of the Song Dynasty, it could be seen that there were many types of jade articles, such as white jade fish lotus towel ring, white jade bird flower towel ring, lotus boy, green jade dog, Yunshan double crane pattern jade jewelry, white jade cloud pattern cup, and many other shapes. At the same time, jade articles with clear collections (Nanjing Museum) such as the Song Dynasty Hornless Dragon Tiger Jade Wall were also representative. Jade articles of the Song Dynasty developed under the background of cultural and economic prosperity at that time. Emperor Huizong's preference promoted the rise of epigraphy and led to the development of jade articles. Moreover, from the perspective of style, jade articles of the Song Dynasty were no longer exclusive to nobles and became commodities. They had more folk characteristics. These jade articles might have been of extremely high quality at the time of craftsmanship, but it was difficult to determine which were the top jade articles from the available information. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
On the Development of Jade Artifacts in Qing Dynasty
The development of jade in the Qing Dynasty could be roughly divided into three stages: 1. ** Early Qing Dynasty (1644 -the end of the 18th century, including Shunzhi, Kangxi and Yongzheng dynasties)** - In the early days of the Qing Dynasty, due to political changes and social unrest, the production and inheritance of jade ware were affected to a certain extent. - The emperor advocated simplicity, so there were relatively few jade articles made. For example, in the Palace Museum in Beijing, except for the imperial palace jade seal, which was mostly made in the early Qing Dynasty, there was almost no jade directly engraved with the Shunzhi or Kangxi years, and the number of jade that could be judged to be in the early Qing Dynasty was very small. In the tomb of the granddaughter of the first-grade official Soni in the early Qing Dynasty, although there were dozens of jade articles, most of them were made in the Ming Dynasty or before. Only a few were made in the early Qing Dynasty. - At that time, although most of the territory of the country had been incorporated into the Qing Dynasty, before the 24th year of Qianlong (1759), due to the frequent rebellion of the upper nobles in Xinjiang, it was not effectively controlled. Hetian jade rarely entered the mainland, and most of them were smuggled, which also restricted the production of jade. The jade wares of this period mostly inherited the style of the Ming Dynasty, focusing on simple lines and exquisite shapes. At the same time, the palace craftsmen began to invent and introduce new techniques and crafts to make the jade wares more diverse. 2. ** Mid Qing Dynasty (Mid-18th century-early 19th century, including Qianlong and Jiaqing dynasties)** - With the stability of society, the economy entered the "Golden Age of Qianjia", the integration of Manchu and Han cultures, especially the preference of Emperor Qianlong for ancient jade, the jade-cutting industry that had entered a low point in the early Qing Dynasty gradually recovered and flourished, forming another peak in the history of China jade-cutting. - In the 24th year of Qianlong (1759), the rebellion in Xinjiang was put down, and Xinjiang was under the control of the Qing government. A large number of Hetian jade was transported into the mainland, which promoted the rapid development of jade craftsmanship. - At that time, there were a lot of jade articles made, ranging from jade mountains that weighed ten thousand catties to exquisite and transparent ornaments. It was well made, the materials were of high quality, and the style of the era was distinct. It represented the highest level of jade in the Qing Dynasty. In the middle of the 18th century, the economy and culture of the Qing Dynasty reached its peak. During this period, the production of jade articles was more exquisite, and innovative designs and complex carvings became the characteristics. The demand for jade articles by the court and the rich people promoted the development of craftsmanship. For example, the Painting of Jade Hundred Treasures showed the variety and exquisiteness of jade articles at that time. 3. ** Late Qing Dynasty (Mid-19th century- 1912, including the Daoguang to Xuantong dynasties)** - With the decline of the Qing Dynasty in the mid-19th century, social unrest and external pressure led to changes in jade production. - Although the palace craftsmen still made exquisite jade, social unrest and economic difficulties affected the inheritance and innovation of jade craftsmanship. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>
Famous Bronze Artifacts of the Shang Dynasty
The famous bronze wares of the Shang Dynasty included the Simuwu Ding, which represented a major breakthrough in bronze technology in the Shang Dynasty. It was a model for casting thousands of kilograms of bronze wares using the model method. There were also Jue, which was a wine vessel used by emperors and generals when they drank and had fun. The vessel could be used to warm wine and was also a ritual vessel, such as the first vessel in the late Shang Dynasty, vessels such as Zun and Lei, and bronze beans. These bronzes had distinctive features of the Shang Dynasty in terms of shape, decoration, and craftsmanship, reflecting the level of development of the bronze civilization at that time. The novel " Gilded Palm " is equally exciting. Everyone is welcome to click and read it!
How to Appreciate Jade Artifacts and How to Appraise Jade Artifacts
Appreciating and evaluating jade articles can be done from the following aspects: * * 1. Material ** 1. * * Color **: The color of natural jade is natural, and the color distribution is even and natural. The color of dyed jade is gorgeous, regular, and floating on the surface. For example, all kinds of jade should have this natural color characteristic. 2. * * Hand feeling **: Due to the different density, the jade feels different. For example, Hetian jade had a high density, and it felt heavy and cold. Generally, natural jade felt like it was falling when held in the hand, while fake jade was often light and floating. 3. * * Internal structure **: Observing the internal structure of the jade with light, the internal structure of the natural jade is naturally orderly. For example, under the light or sunlight, the internal structure of natural jade looked comfortable, while artificial imitation jade may have obvious artificial traces and even bubbles inside. 4. * * Gravity **: Natural jade has a high density, which can be judged by measuring its gravity. For example, Hetian jade, jade, and other dense jade stones could feel their weight in his hand. * * 2. Styling ** 1. * * Overall styling **: The proportion of the styling should be balanced and harmonious. It should not appear stiff. It should pay attention to the overall beauty. 2. [Details: For a jade with a shape, details are very important. For example, the lines must be smooth, without any broken lines, and the thickness must be uniform and appropriate.] * * 3. Craftsmanship ** 1. * * Pattern **: Pattern is an important part of jade appreciation. It is a form of ancient art. Different periods had different characteristics of decorative patterns, and their complexity might contain the cultural thoughts of the time, which not only helped to determine the generation of jade articles, but also helped to understand the life, culture, and thoughts of the people at that time. Moreover, good jade articles had smooth lines, uniform thickness, and more charm. 2. * * Craftsmanship Difficulty **: For example, some jade carvings of the Han Dynasty have high requirements for artistry, craftsmanship, and material. They can be used as a reference to determine the value of jade. * * 4. Sound ** Hanging the jade with a rope, hanging it in the air and fixing it properly, and then gently knocking it with another jade stone, the sound of natural jade knocking out is clear (as the ancient saying goes, the sound is melodious), but the sound of fake jade knocking out is more muffled. He could also use the jade to knock on the jade to judge by the sound. * * 5. Historical and cultural value ** 1. * * Age **: Jade articles of different ages have different historical and cultural values. For example, the Han Dynasty was the peak period of Chinese jade articles. Jade articles of this period were unique in terms of artistry and craftsmanship. 2. Jade ware is a high-level cultural carrier. It reflects ancient politics, etiquette, commerce, totems, religion, beliefs, and even life customs and aesthetic tastes. It carries rich cultural content. When appreciating and evaluating jade, one had to consider all the above aspects. One could not draw conclusions based on just one factor. If there were still doubts after the initial judgment, the jade could be sent to a professional appraisal agency for appraisal. The appraisal report issued by the formal agency when the merchant sold it could also be used as a reference. <a href="/?from=ask_words" style="color:red" target="_blank">Read more exciting novels for free</a>