C011. Black Jade Toad Ornament

C011. Black Jade Toad Ornament 

(Shang Dynasty,1600-1100 BC,Length: 4.15cm;Width: 3.80cm;Thickness: 2.22cm)  

The frogs of the genus, the jade carvings of the ancient frogs, are mostly scorpions, because the ancients are convinced that this animal can avoid the evil spirit. And black jade (formerly known as Xuanyu) is the most important jade material to avoid evil.  This black jade toad has been more realistic, and it is also a rare round sculpture. There is a dress in the mouth to the lower jaw. The eyes are prominent, the eyes are prominent, the front feet are hidden, and the feet are four feet. Later, it  has developed into a three-legged toad.

In addition to evil spirits, it is also believed that the three-legged toad representate the god of lucky money. It is said that the theme of "Liu- Hai playing with Golden Toad" is a three-legged one, which is the "precious god" representing wealth. Liu Hai is a "God of the Tao". Therefore, the ancient people loved the jade, especially the balck jade. This ink jade is very good, shiny and lustrous, full of charm, magnificent, and exquisite, its intrinsic light, exudes a strong aura, is a treasure of nothing! Extremely difficult to see!