Introduction of cultural relics
Made form
semi-translucent jade, this S-shaped dragon pendant is clearly influenced by
similar designs from the early Warring States period (476-221 BC). It has
exaggerated horns and a beard below the jaw. A perforation below the eye
suggests it was used as a pendant. A sharp claw emerges from the upper part of
the body and a curved fin emerges from its chest. The curled tail ends in an
abrupt manner. The whole body of the dragon is decorated with raised spirals. A
similar piece, probably from the Warring states period,was found inside the
tomb of the King of Nanyue.