The principle of “simple is beautiful” also applies to jadeite!

The most famous quote in the history of world design is "less is more".

In aesthetics, simplicity means clarity of purpose and minimalism means the removal of unnecessary things.

Minimalism means focus, concentrating your limited energy on the most important things. Minimalism also means an attitude of moderation.

So minimalism is not monotony, but simplicity.

Similarly, high-end jade products often appear in a "plain" form to present their warm and delicate texture.

When many people first come into contact with jade, they are amazed by the shapes created by the intricate carvings.

After gradually getting to know jade more deeply, I feel that the beauty of simple and plain jade is easier for people to appreciate.

The beauty of jade is a simple yet not simplistic beauty, a beauty that radiates from the inside out.

Such a simple design can truly resonate with people's hearts. The oriental, Zen and simple theme space makes the jade products more artistically appealing.

01

Flawless only

Only jadeite with few flaws and no obvious cracks can be made into "plain" jewelry.

Plain jade is a product that has no carved patterns or decorations on the surface of jade.

Plain jade has very high requirements on the type and color of the material itself.

Only jade materials with almost no flaws can be made into dazzling and crystal clear products.

The Book of Rites says: "The large jade tablet is not carved, but its quality is beautiful."

Only jadeite with serious flaws or cracks will be used to make carved products.

If a piece of jade is carved with complex patterns, there must be something fishy beneath the beautiful patterns.

Therefore, there is a saying in the jade industry that "no strands can cover the flowers."

Many people say that carved jade is exquisite and translucent. In fact, this is because the sculptors use the combined effects of light reflection and refraction to highlight the three-dimensional sense of jade. The thinned places usually have impurities and other defects.

Like the common jade leaf-shaped flower pieces, if there are intricate leaf veins, they are generally used to cover up cracks and remove superficial fissures.

02

Simple but difficult

In fact, the simpler things are, the harder they are to make.

Before carving jadeite, sculptors generally need a detailed design plan to perfectly create the product based on the characteristics of the jade itself.

Therefore, for jadeite, the more complex the carving is, the more valuable it is not necessarily.

Only those that can perfectly present the unique beauty of jade itself are more valuable.

03

Mood

People are always like this; as their experience grows, they like simple things more and more.

When we are young, we yearn for the prosperity of the city, but when we grow up, we long for the tranquility of the countryside. Returning to nature is always everyone's greatest wish.

In a materialistic society, this jade jewelry design method and attitude that pursues simplicity and elegance can not only bring people a harmonious aesthetic, but also remove many complexities, expressing the best style of returning to the original.

With just a few simple curves and no excessive carving, this kind of jade, although not gorgeous, is quite good.

Through the light and dark contrast of jade's color layers and the subtle changes in proportions, an ultimate space of tranquility and peace is created, giving people a beautiful enjoyment.

It is worth noting that if the carving is exquisite and creative, and the color and water quality of the jade are used reasonably, the value of the jade can actually be enhanced.

Therefore, the principle of "simplicity is beauty" cannot be generalized.

It is difficult to come across jadeite of both high quality and excellent craftsmanship.

Jade is particularly concerned with fate and opportunity. Although the quality of the product has its own standards, there is no distinction between high and low preferences. If you are destined to have it, it is also a good product.