Celestial Elegance: Two Kings Of Birds Perched On A Flowering Branch

- Dimensions 22.5cm * 21cm * 8cm - Weight 673 grams - Year 1950 - Shipping method: UPS for EUROPE. This sublime sculpture in soft stone, with delicate shades of jade green and a soothing translucency, depicts two Phoenixes, mythical birds emblematic of Chinese culture. Perched gracefully on a flowering plum branch, they embody harmony, prosperity, and rebirth. The Fenghuang (Chinese Phoenix): Much more than a simple bird, the Phoenix is the king of birds, a symbol of high virtue, grace, power, and good fortune. Its presence heralds peace and prosperity. Here, depicted as a duo, it evokes the perfect balance of Yin and Yang, marital love, and family happiness. The Flowering Branch: Often a plum tree (Mei 梅), it symbolizes perseverance, purity, and renewal in the face of adversity, blossoming even in the cold of winter. Every detail of this work testifies to ancestral craftsmanship: the fineness of the phoenix feathers, the elegant curve of their long tails, and the delicacy of the sculpted flowers are all magnified by the smoothness and brilliance of the stone. The whole is majestically placed on a carved wooden base, adding to its nobility. This sculpture is not merely a decorative piece; it is a talisman, a bearer of history and blessings, perfect for enriching a collection or offering a gift of profound meaning.