Jade Ware in China

Jade ware, a rare spray of Chinese art, is one of the gems which shine splendidly among the treasure of Chinese historical relics. Dating back as early as the period of the Hemudu Culture of Neolithic Age, the Chinese Jade ware lasted for seven thousand years running. In primitive society, there were handcraft jade works in North and West Europe, in Lake Baikal, among Indians of South and North Americans and Maoris of New Zealand. But they all did not survive very long , and therefore, could not be mentioned in the sane breath with Chinese jade ware. Long and time-honored histories of manufacturing, exquisite handcraftsmanship, elegant modeling and an artful disposition of the rich and variegated colors, form the striking characteristics of the Chinese jade ware.