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Material: Jade

Size: 2x1.5x4.6cm

Symbolic Benefits:
Warding off evil ｜ Dispelling negative energy ｜ Protecting home and owner ｜ Calming the mind ｜ Nurturing and harmonizing one’s aura

This small decorative piece is meticulously carved from fine Hetian jade pebble material. The jade is smooth, warm, and finely textured with a rich, oily luster, retaining its natural pebble skin, which enhances its rustic vitality. The Xiaotian Dog is rendered with a fierce and dignified expression, clear and powerful features, symbolizing the suppression of malevolent forces and the protection of peace and safety for its owner.

In traditional culture, the Xiaotian Dog represents loyalty, righteousness, and divine power. It is believed to discern good from evil and devour negative entities, making it a powerful talisman for warding off evil and safeguarding the wearer or space. Whether placed on a desk, in a study, or held for personal appreciation, it serves not only as a feng shui guardian but also as a source of inner calm through the gentle, nourishing quality of jade.

Small in size yet profound in meaning, this piece combines collectible value, tactile enjoyment, and auspicious symbolism.

Blessed by Grandmaster Dejin Bodhi, it is offered with the wish that those destined to receive it may turn misfortune into good fortune, calm the spirit, gather positive energy, maintain inner peace, and remain undisturbed by external influences.

Material: Jade

Dimensions: 2.8 x 2.3 x 4.8 cm

This exquisite carving of a Turning Monkey is made of fine Hetian jade, prized for its smooth, warm texture and gentle, understated luster—hallmarks of jade from the early Ming period. The monkey is shown turning its head back, with natural and fluid movement. The rounded, elegant lines balance realism and decorative beauty, reflecting the high level of craftsmanship of the time.

In Chinese culture, the word for “monkey” (hou) is a homophone for “marquis” (hou), symbolizing promotion, nobility, and success in official rank. The turning-back pose suggests a change of fortune and a favorable turn in one’s career, conveying the auspicious wish for “being granted a noble title and rising in rank.” Such imagery was especially cherished by scholars and officials as a symbol of ambition and achievement.

Compact yet full of vitality, this jade piece is ideal both for appreciation and as a meaningful collectible. It embodies artistic refinement, auspicious symbolism, and historical value, making it a distinguished example of early Ming jade carving.