B004. A Kneeling Black Jade Man

B004. A Kneeling Black Jade Man (Xia Dynasty, 2100-1600BC) Height: 4.80cm

Black jade was called "Xuan Jade" in the ancient times, and it is considered to be the best material for Ward off evil and communication with heaven. Since the late Neolithic period, some excavations have been unearthed during the Xia and Shang dynasties: such as the top of a person's head or the top of an object, a large hole has been carved and considered to be able to communicate with heaven; and the perforation is used as the eyes, which is called "Tianyantong" ". This device is a large hole above the head, with two holes as eyes. Because the carving workers have improved a bit compared with the Neolithic Age, it is estimated that it belongs to the Xia and Shang dynasties. At that time, kneeling has been found. The jade people unearthed during the Yin and Shang dynasties were more prone to kneeling, and the Fu Hao Tomb is even more impressive! This device is full body, simple carving work, hands bent on the waist, sitting on their knees.

The jade is bright and clean, the curve is beautiful, and the beauty of simplicity is also very cute; And there are elephant nose shaped perforations at the back of the neck. It can be seen that ancient people were very happy to wear them on their bodies as a way to ward off evil spirits and communicate with heaven for blessing!