The jadeite pendant of very fine translucency and intense apple green colour, carved as a standing Guanyin, to an adjustable black cord embellished with a brilliant-cut diamond-set rondelle, mounted in 18 karat white and pink gold. Accompanied with a wooden stand. Guanyin measuring approximately 77.65 X 31.51 X 13.55mm. This lot contains jadeite or rubies originating in Burma (also known as Myanmar) and also articles of jewellery containing such gemstones may not be imported into the U.S. With respect to items containing any other types of gemstones originating in Burma (e.g. sapphires), such items may be imported into the U.S. provided that the gemstones were mounted or incorporated into articles of jewellery outside of Burma as long as the setting is not of a temporary nature. Loose gemstones of any type originating in Burma may not be imported into the U.S. In this regard, purchaser’s inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify a cancellation of the sale or any delay in payment.
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Wang Guoqing As one of the youngest jade carving masters in China, Wang Guoqing’s works have been breaking through the traditions, setting the trend of jade carving with his original creativity and idea. He is skillful with using simple and abstract style to depict traditional figures. In traditional culture, the head of Guanyin is often a subject for jade carving. In Wang’s creations, Guanyin is always carved with a full body in standing postures. This autumn, Tiancheng International presents an exceptional jadeite Guanyin carved by Wang Guoqing (Lot 275). Of high translucency, the green jadeite is meticulously carved as a poised standing Guanyin. Wang focused on fashioning the head and the hands of the Goddess of Mercy with his artistic craftsmanship, while the rest of the rough is carved into a graceful body. The finely carved figure further dignifies the compassionate and gentle demeanour, glorifying the mercy of the goddess, making this an imposing work not to be missed.