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From Han Emperors to Jewelry Connoisseurs: Unveiling the Mysteries of Jade

Why is jade so important in Chinese culture—from art to mythology and vernacular tradition? In the Han Dynasty, only royalty was allowed to deal with jade, and emperors were buried in jade suits intended to preserve their lives for eternity. Through the centuries, Chinese babies have worn jade amulets to protect them from harm and evil forces. And today, jade jewelry is treasured more than ever as a valuable and beautiful asset. Mr. Keziah Chan, manager of Lao Feng Xiang Jewelry, the venerable Hong Kong jeweler with a store on Fifth Avenue, is one of the world’s experts on the precious stone. Come hear him explain jade through the millennia—from historical traditions to how to recognize and analyze the value of various jade types today.

Before and after the talk, visit the China Institute Gallery’s stunning show, Dreams of the Kings: A Jade Suit for Eternity, featuring a magnificent jade suit from Xuzhou, Jiangsu, where many of the Han emperors were buried.

Register at: http://www.chinainstitute.org/event/han-emperors-jewelry-connoisseurs-unveiling-mysteries-jade/











When: Tue., Oct. 10, 2017 at 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: China Institute
100 Washington St.
212-744-8181
Price: Free for Members, $10 Non-members
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Why is jade so important in Chinese culture—from art to mythology and vernacular tradition? In the Han Dynasty, only royalty was allowed to deal with jade, and emperors were buried in jade suits intended to preserve their lives for eternity. Through the centuries, Chinese babies have worn jade amulets to protect them from harm and evil forces. And today, jade jewelry is treasured more than ever as a valuable and beautiful asset. Mr. Keziah Chan, manager of Lao Feng Xiang Jewelry, the venerable Hong Kong jeweler with a store on Fifth Avenue, is one of the world’s experts on the precious stone. Come hear him explain jade through the millennia—from historical traditions to how to recognize and analyze the value of various jade types today.

Before and after the talk, visit the China Institute Gallery’s stunning show, Dreams of the Kings: A Jade Suit for Eternity, featuring a magnificent jade suit from Xuzhou, Jiangsu, where many of the Han emperors were buried.

Register at: http://www.chinainstitute.org/event/han-emperors-jewelry-connoisseurs-unveiling-mysteries-jade/

Buy tickets/get more info now