Dongxing Stone Carvings

Dongxing Stone Carvings

　　　　Dongxing stone carvings have a history of over a hundred years. Crafted meticulously by artisans, they depict more than thirty varieties, including southern fruits such as lychee, pineapple, banana, and starfruit; seafood such as blue crab, lobster, fish, and snails; as well as red plum blossoms blooming defiantly under frost and yellow chrysanthemums facing the autumn wind. The main material for Dongxing stone carvings is nephrite, also known as “Beiji stone.” This stone has a moderate hardness, with a rich variety of natural colors: rose red, chicken blood red, ivory red, orange yellow, and jade green. Moreover, the stone colors are vibrant, smooth, and glossy, making it an ideal raw material for carved handicrafts.

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