Shaped Pendant - Gourd Carnelian / Effortlessly Stylish. Gourd Brings Good Fortune /

Yu Ning Shi, a Taiwanese jade carving craft brand, meticulously hand-carves each piece from natural jade, ensuring every creation is one-of-a-kind. Master Xie Zhong-Ren, a jade carving artisan with over thirty years of experience, imbues his work with exquisite detail. He masterfully incorporates the natural colors and textures of the stone into his lively and dynamic designs. Jewelry designer Penny Huang combines jade, pearls, crystals, and other natural gemstones with handcrafted elements like silver and jade threads. This results in exquisitely textured pieces suitable for any occasion. These natural gemstones are durable, easy to maintain, and offered in a wide variety of styles, frequently updated and highly anticipated by our fans. **Shaped Pendant Series** Geometric and linear designs in various sizes. A touch of elegance, small and unique, suitable for work or leisure. Recommended for ages 5 to 45. **Product Information** Material: Carnelian Dimensions: Width 1.1 x Thickness 0.9 x Height 2.2 cm (Including the silver-plated K-alloy bail, total height is 2.8 cm) Production Method: 100% Hand-carved creation Quantity: __Only one available!__ Packaging Includes: ◆ Certificate of Authenticity ◆ Gift Box ◆ Gift Pouch **◈ Please note: This item does not include a chain. You can add a 925 silver chain or stainless steel chain by clicking the link below. ◈** https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=rzc7Si&tab=product // Explore More Shaped Pendants // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=2HyqHJ&tab=product 《About the Artist: Xie Zhong-Ren》 1973 Born in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County, Taiwan 1988 Began studying jade carving in Taipei 1993 Pursued advanced studies in Advertising Design, integrating design concepts into his work 1994 Established his personal studio 2000 Received an Honorable Mention in the Craft category at the 14th Sinying Arts Exhibition for his piece "Waiting for the Opportunity" August Participated in a joint jade exhibition at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall 2001 Invited to the Hualien International Arts Festival for live carving demonstrations in the local creation zone 2002 Awarded an Honorable Mention in the "Dream of Craft" category at the 10th Taiwan Craft Design Competition. January: Joint jade exhibition at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau. May: Participated in the "Flowers and Trees Carnival" in Changhua County, showcasing a joint exhibition of Luoxi stone and jade carvings. October-December: Invited by the Shin Kong Wu-Pao-Tai Educational Foundation and the Hualien Cultural Affairs Bureau for the "Garden of Stones" exhibition, touring department stores in Northern, Central, and Southern Taiwan. 2003 Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute to exhibit works such as "Lotus Ecological Scenery" at the Presidential Office's "Taitung Local Crafts Exhibition." 2004 March-June: Featured in the National Education Radio's "Arts Corridor - Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Stone Carving Exhibition." Awarded an Honorable Mention in the "Dream of Craft" category at the 12th Taiwan Craft Design Competition. October 2004 - January 2005: Solo exhibition at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. 2005 Invited by the National Taiwan Museum to exhibit his local carving, "Taiwanese Snacks - Braised Pork Rice." June-September: Participated in an exchange with the National Museum of the Czech Republic, exhibiting in the "Face of Sherlock Holmes Exhibition." Launched the "Yu Ning Shi" brand and opened counters in department stores. Mid-December: Exhibited at the Pacific Sogo Department Store's "Craftsmanship Masters" exhibition. 2007 Invited to participate in the "Craftsmanship Zero Distance - Application of Living Crafts Exhibition" at the Executive Yuan Gallery, hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute. 2008 His work "Japanese-style Grip Sushi" was selected for the "Taiwan Craft Competition" hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute. 2012 Received an Honorable Mention in the Traditional Craft category for his work "Half Thought" at the Ministry of Culture and the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition." Also received an Honorable Mention in the Craft category for his work "Tranquil Mountain and Water" at the 21st Sinying Arts Exhibition in Tainan City. 2013 Exhibited at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall for the "Cross-Strait Jade Carving Exchange Exhibition," invited to display in the Taiwan Jade Carving Masters section. 2016 Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center to exhibit at the Presidential Office Gallery as part of the "Gathering Around the Hearth - Sustainable Craft Exhibition" with three works: "Japanese-style Grip Sushi," "Handmade Mini Mochi," and "Moment of Leap." 2017 His work "Lingering Lotus Spring Vigor" received an Honorable Mention at the Taoyuan Arts Exhibition in Taoyuan City. 2018 Held his solo exhibition "Xie Zhong-Ren Jade Carving 30 Years - The Continuation of Culture" at the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. 2019 January-June: Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center to exhibit his work "Auspicious Dragon Offering Blessings" at the Presidential Office Gallery's "Feast · Happiness" exhibition. 2020 Featured in the "Joyful Heart, Brilliant Art - Taiwan Craft Development Association Boutique Exhibition," held jointly from July 29 to August 16, 2020, at the Hsinchu County Government Cultural Affairs Bureau and from October 6, 2020, to February 28, 2021, at the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute's Taipei Contemporary Craft Design Branch. 2021 October-November: Exhibited his work "Japanese-style Grip Sushi" at the "Creative Regeneration Green Craft" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute. His work "Handmade Mini Mochi" was selected for the 2021 Taiwan Craft Competition and toured various locations including the Taipei Contemporary Craft Design Branch of the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi Place, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Tainan Ximen Store, and Taichung Store. **Important Notes** ※ Due to variations in monitor displays, the product photos may exhibit color differences. The actual color of the product received shall prevail. ※ Each piece is handcrafted, and dimensions may vary slightly. Natural jade ores possess inherent textures, internal crystallization, frost-like inclusions, or slight color variations, all of which are normal. Every piece is unique in its color and form, and the actual item received will be the definitive representation. __※ If you have any questions about the product, please contact us before purchasing. As each jade piece is meticulously handcrafted through a complex and challenging process, please carefully review the product photos and all notes before confirming your order. Detailed communication prior to purchase can save significant effort (returns/exchanges are not permitted for minor issues), money, and time. Thank you for your understanding. __ ※ Respect Intellectual Property Rights ※ This artwork and its accompanying photographs are protected by copyright. Unauthorized imitation, reproduction, distribution, resale, or any other infringement of creative rights will be pursued to the full extent of the law. Please do not violate these rights.