May 2026
A Toad's Auspicious Imagery
The auspicious symbolism of the toad has a long and rich history, embodying the beautiful meanings of longevity, success, and wealth, mak...
Jadeite Lecture Series
February 2026
The Regal Elegance of a Cigarette Holder
A cigarette holder, as the name suggests, is a short tube used when smoking a cigarette, with one end attached to the cigarette butt and ...
November 2025
Plum blossoms and magpies bring joyful news to welcome spring
“Plum blossoms” and “magpies” are classic themes commonly found in jade carving, imbued with auspicious blessings. The plum blossom, one ...
August 2025
The spring river water is warm, as the ducks know first.
Master Dongpo once wrote the famous lines, “Beyond the bamboo, a few peach branches bloom, / The spring river warms, and the ducks know i...
May 2025
Warm Jade Glow, A Beautiful Sight
The aura of jadeite possesses a uniqueness that other gemstones cannot match: a profound humanistic charm. The humanistic charm of jadeit...
February 2025
The King of All Flowers in the Mortal Realm
The peony, also known as the "flower of wealth," is described as the "national color and heavenly fragrance." As such, it is a symbol of ...