Hongshan Culture Jade Figurine

Ancient Spirit, Modern Stone — The Soul of Hongshan in Australian Jade

This striking figurine is inspired by the sacred art of the Hongshan culture (红山文化) — a Neolithic civilization known for its mysterious jade artifacts dating back over 5,000 years. Revered for spiritual symbolism and ritual use, Hongshan jade carvings often featured hybrid animal-human forms, deities, and totems representing fertility, protection, and cosmic harmony.

Meticulously hand-carved from premium Australian Nephrite Jade, this piece preserves the stylistic essence of its ancient origin — featuring pronounced horns, stylized facial features, and a compact, upright form that echoes spiritual reverence and ancestral power. The stone itself is rich with earthy greens and black dendritic inclusions, enhancing its ancient character.

A collector’s piece that bridges continents and millennia, this artwork pays homage to one of China’s earliest jade civilizations using stone sourced from Australia’s only commercial jade mine. 

Artist: Li Chunxi, Zhenping, Henan, China

• Material: Australian Black-Green Nephrite Jade

• Style: Hongshan-inspired figurine

• Dimensions: Approx. H 9.5cm × W 4.5cm × D 4cm

• Finish: Polished with fine detail on facial and horned features

• Carving Style: Traditional Hongshan symbolism

• Includes protective gift box

Cultural Note:
The Hongshan culture predated both the Shang and Zhou dynasties and is considered a foundational influence in Chinese jade artistry. Artifacts like this reflect mankind’s earliest relationship with jade — not as jewellery, but as sacred vessels of spirit and ritual.