Pendant, Shaped Pendant - Cross Design, Obsidian

Obsidian Cross Pendant, hand-carved in a cross shape, made from natural stone that's easy to preserve. Its unique design offers a personal touch and protective qualities, making it an exquisite small gift or a personal treasure. Yu Ning Shi, a Taiwanese jade carving brand, crafts each piece by hand from natural jade, ensuring every item is one-of-a-kind. Master Sculptor Hsieh Chung-Jen has over thirty years of experience in jade carving. His work is known for its delicate and intricate details, skillfully incorporating the natural colors and textures of the stone into lively and dynamic designs. Jewelry designer Penny Huang creates exquisite, wearable pieces using a variety of natural gemstones such as jade, pearls, and crystals. Her designs are enhanced with handcrafted elements like silver and jade threads, making them suitable for any occasion. These natural gemstones are durable and easy to care for, and the diverse styles are regularly updated, much to the delight of our fans. **Shaped Pendant Series** Geometric and linear designs in various sizes of jade jewelry. These subtle yet distinctive pieces are perfect for both work and leisure, appealing to ages 5 to 45. **Shaped Pendant - Cross Design** Crafted from natural jade and stones, featuring diverse and creative interpretations of the cross motif. **Product Information** Material: Obsidian Dimensions: Length 2.1 x Width 0.5 x Height 3.5 cm (excluding stainless steel bail) Method: 100% Hand-Carved Creation Quantity: __Only One Available!__ Packaging Includes: ◆ Certificate of Authenticity ◆ Gift Box ◆ Gift Pouch **◈ Chain not included. You can add a 925 silver chain or a stainless steel chain by clicking the link. ◈** https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=rzc7Si&tab=product // Shaped Pendant - Cross Design // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?tag=%E5%8D%81%E5%AD%97%E9%80%A0%E5%9E%8B&i18n_tag=%E5%8D%81%E5%AD%97%E9%80%A0%E5%9E%8B // Shaped Pendant Series // https://www.pinkoi.com/store/jadegaze?pcid=2HyqHJ&tab=product 《Artist: Hsieh Chung-Jen》 1973 Born in Fangyuan Township, Changhua County 1988 Studied jade carving techniques in Taipei 1993 Furthered education in Advertising Design, integrating design concepts into his work 1994 Established his own studio 2000 Awarded an honorable mention in the Craft category at the 14th Nan Ying Arts Exhibition for "Poised to Strike" August Participated in a joint exhibition of jade works at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall 2001 Invited to participate in the Hualien International Arts Festival's local creation zone for live carving demonstrations 2002 Selected for the "Dream of Craftsmanship" award at the 10th Taiwan Craft Design Competition. January: Joint exhibition of jade works at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau. May: Joint exhibition of jade works and Luoxi stone inkstones at the Changhua County "Flower and Tree Carnival." October-December Invited by the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Cultural Foundation and Hualien Cultural Affairs Bureau to exhibit in the "Grand View of Stones" exhibition held in department stores across northern, central, and southern Taiwan. 2003 Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute to exhibit works such as "Lotus Ecosystem Charm" at the "Taitung Local Crafts Exhibition" in the Presidential Office. 2004 March-June Featured in the National Education Radio's "Arts and Culture Corridor - Hsieh Chung-Jen Jade Carving Exhibition." Selected for the "Dream of Craftsmanship" award 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 "Taiwanese Snack - Braised Pork Rice" sculpture. June-September Participated in the "100 Faces of Sherlock Holmes" exhibition, an exchange with the National Museum of the Czech Republic. Established 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 at Your Fingertips - Application of Everyday Crafts" exhibition hosted by the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute at the Executive Yuan Art Gallery. 2008 His work "Japanese-Style Nigiri Sushi" was selected for the National Taiwan Craft Research Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition." 2012 Received an honorable mention in the Traditional Craft category at the Ministry of Culture and National Taiwan Craft Research Institute's "Taiwan Craft Competition" for his work "Half a Thought." Received an honorable mention in the Craft category at the 21st Tainan City "Nan Ying Award" for his work "Tranquil Mountains and Waters." 2013 Invited to exhibit in the "Gathering of Jade Carving Masters Across the Straits" exhibition at the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall, showcasing his work in the Taiwanese Jade Master section. 2016 Invited by the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center to exhibit three works – "Japanese-Style Nigiri Sushi," "Handmade Small Mochi," and "Leaping Moment" – at the Presidential Office Art Gallery's "Gathering Around the Hearth – Sustainable Craft Exhibition" alongside other Taiwanese craft masters. 2017 His work "Lingering Lotus Spring Vigor" received an honorable mention at the Taoyuan City Taoyuan Art Exhibition. 2018 Held his solo exhibition, "Hsieh Chung-Jen's 30 Years of Jade Carving – 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 Art Gallery's "Feast · Happiness" exhibition. 2020 Featured in the "Joyful Heart, Shining Art – Taiwan Craft Development Association Boutique Exhibition," held concurrently at the Hsinchu County Cultural Affairs Bureau (July 29 - August 16) and the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center Taipei Dangdai Craft Design Branch (October 6, 2020 - February 28, 2021). 2021 October-November Exhibited his work "Japanese-Style Nigiri Sushi" at the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center's "Creative Regeneration Green Craft" exhibition. His work "Handmade Small Mochi" was selected for the 2021 Taiwan Craft Competition and toured at the National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Center Taipei Dangdai Craft Design Branch, as well as Shin Kong Mitsukoshi stores in Xinyi, Tainan Ximen, and Taichung. **Important Notes** ※ Product photos may exhibit color variations due to differences in screen displays. The actual color of the product received shall prevail. ※ Each piece is hand-carved, and dimensions may vary slightly. Natural variations in jade and stone, such as internal inclusions, crystallization, ice cracks, cloud-like formations, and subtle color differences, are normal characteristics of the material. Each piece is unique in its coloring and form; the actual item received will be the definitive one. __※ If you have any questions about the product, please ask before purchasing. As each jade piece is meticulously handcrafted through a complex and labor-intensive process, please review the product photos and details carefully before confirming your order. Thorough communication prior to purchase can save considerable effort, expense, and time associated with returns or exchanges. Thank you for your understanding. __ ※ Respect for Intellectual Property Rights ※ This artwork and its accompanying photographs are protected by copyright. Unauthorized imitation, reproduction, duplication, resale, or any other infringement of creative rights will be legally pursued. Please refrain from any such violations.