Antique Chinese jade carved unto a flattened bell shaped form, pierced on the bottom. Both sides decorated with open works carving of draped ribbons, and the exterior with archaic patterns simulated the seeing eyes Tao-tie masks. The jeweled parasol which is similar in ritual function to the baldachin or canopy: represents the protection of beings from harmful forces and illness. It represents the canopy or firmament of the sky and therefore the expansiveness and unfolding of space and the element. It represents the expansiveness, unfolding and protective quality of the sahasrara: all take refuge in the dharma under the auspiciousness of the parasol. The Jade displays pale-celadon iridescent with moist milky appearance and golden inclusions.
The Jade is fitted into form fitting golden thread silk covered hard-cushion. All reserved inside the original carved hardwood box. Four gilt inscriptions carved on the sliding lid.

Dimensions: 161.21mm L x 54.76 mm W
Weight: 104.7 g
Dimensions (Box): 8" L x 3-1/2" W x 1-1/2" D

Over all in EXCELLENT condition.

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