$1,100
The Buddha's face carries the full expression here, mid-laugh, carved directly into soft green jadeite with a gold bail set simply at the crown.
Material: Jadeite, 18K yellow gold
Gross Weight: 7.49g
Stones: Jadeite, carat weight 33.66, carved Buddha motif
Certification: CNAS, Certificate Number P1908012494
Chain: Sold separately
The Happy Buddha's open expression is read as a wish for ease and good fortune passed on to whoever wears him. Carved fully in the round rather than in relief, the figure takes on real dimension here, jadeite's soft translucency giving the face and folds of fabric a gentle glow.
Part of the Jadeite Collection.
Laughter, carved whole.
