Gold and lapis lazuli pendant “Xianli”

Description

Sublime pendant from the 60s depicting the Chinese mythological figure He Xiangu in a rare piece in lapis lazuli set on a 14k gold setting and held by a movable bail. This unisex piece, both imposing and symbolic, can be worn alone on a thick gold chain, a leather cord or even with a pearl necklace to create different combinations, from the most elegant to the most casual,
Height: 6.8 cm without bail, 7.6cm with
Width: 3.7cm
Thickness: 0.5cm
Weight: 25.7 g
14k Gold Hallmark – 585
This unique piece had a previous life in China.

The story: He Xiangu is one of the Eight Immortals in Chinese mythology, and the only woman in the group. A figure of purity, compassion and longevity, she embodies an ideal of transcendent feminine wisdom. Depicted with a fan or lotus flower, her attributes symbolize spiritual health and healing. In the Taoist tradition, He Xiangu is also associated with inner freedom and the quest for immortality, values that are deeply rooted in the search for balance and harmony. This sculpted lapis lazuli pendant paying tribute to her is much more than a jewel: it is a talisman of empowerment, celebrating a strong, benevolent and timeless femininity.