「 Eight Treasures Mochou Jade Gourd Pendant 」

The Eight Treasures of Taoism, also known as the Hidden Eight Immortals, refer to the magical instruments wielded by the Eight Immortals in Chinese folklore: the calabash, round fan, fish drum, sword, lotus, flower basket, transverse flute and yin-yang board. These motifs embody the spiritual ideals pursued by Taoism in China.
The history of the Hidden Eight Immortals dates back to the Qing Dynasty. Revered for their auspicious implications of fortune and longevity, these patterns have been widely adopted on architecture, furniture, utensils and accessories among the folk.
Shaped like a calabash—the foremost of the Hidden Eight Immortals, which symbolizes boundless fortune and longevity as well as protection against evil spirits and misfortunes—this pendant artfully incorporates the other seven treasures within its form. Crafted with a combination of bas-relief and openwork carving techniques, it presents a cohesive whole from afar, while revealing intriguing details upon closer inspection. The serene and elegant Mochou jade endows this precious gourd pendant with a sleek, contemporary charm that aligns with modern aesthetic tastes.