Zhulong jade pendant, Hongshan culture

Pale celadon green carved jade. It depicts the “Zhulong” (or pig-dragon), characterized by its C-shaped coiled body and its head with large ears and wrinkled snout. The piece stands out for the color contrast of the reddish-brown and ochre patina on the snout and tip of the tail. It has the characteristic suspension hole on the dorsal side. Hongshan culture (c. 4700-2900 BC). or later.

The piece is accompanied by a gemological certificate issued by Hong Kong Kowloon Jade & Jewellery Laboratory LTD in 2025. SC241723.

Size: 7.91 x 1.3 x 7.16 cm

Weight: 72.5 g

Provenance:

· Collection of Tommy Lam, Hong Kong, since 1980