{"product_id":"australian-black-jade-heart-of-stillness-pendant-zhuang-jia","title":"Australian Black Jade Heart of Stillness Pendant | Zhuang Jia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA sculptural Australian black nephrite jade pendant by Zhuang Qingfang, reimagining the universal symbol of the heart through flowing curves, folds and an opening that draws the eye inward.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe heart is not a perfect shape. It is a place within.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHeart of Stillness Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e strips the familiar heart back to its essence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than outlining a conventional heart, Zhuang Qingfang builds the form through \u003cstrong\u003epure curved surfaces and negative space\u003c\/strong\u003e. The jade folds, turns and flows inward, creating an organic silhouette that changes subtly with the viewing angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are folds. There are detours. And at its centre, an opening leads inward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from Australian black nephrite jade from Cowell, South Australia, the piece embodies a central idea of Zhuang's artistic language:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm carries meaning; the greatest truth is found in simplicity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Natural Australian black nephrite jade from \u003cstrong\u003eCowell, South Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Designed by jade artist \u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Qingfang (庄庆芳)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Part of the \u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Jia Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Contemporary reinterpretation of the heart\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Sculpted entirely through flowing curved surfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Open centre creates depth and negative space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Minimalist, abstract and highly sculptural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Hand-carved and finely finished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Silver colour metal chain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Each piece carries the individual character of natural jade and hand craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian Black Nephrite Jade from Cowell, South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Colour Metal Chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e37.7 × 29.0 × 8.1 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCollection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Jia Collection by Zhuang Qingfang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeart of Stillness Pendant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural black Australian jade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth hand-finished surface with a soft, understated lustre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eForm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbstract heart-shaped sculptural form with flowing curves and a central open space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver colour metal chain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary minimalist jade art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDesign Inspiration \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZhuang Qingfang approaches the heart not as a symbol to be copied, but as an idea to be reconsidered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough \u003cstrong\u003epure curves and carved open space\u003c\/strong\u003e, the familiar heart becomes something more organic and introspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface folds and changes direction before turning towards the opening at its centre. These movements suggest that the path inward is rarely completely straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design can be read through several ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart\u003c\/strong\u003e — love, feeling and our inner self\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurved surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — softness, movement and the changing course of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolds and turns\u003c\/strong\u003e — experience, complexity and the paths we travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral opening\u003c\/strong\u003e — an entrance to the inner world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNegative space\u003c\/strong\u003e — stillness, openness and possibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplicity\u003c\/strong\u003e — removing the unnecessary to reveal what matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe empty space is therefore as important as the jade surrounding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is through this balance of \u003cstrong\u003eform and emptiness\u003c\/strong\u003e that the heart emerges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy This Piece\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, Heart of Stillness is immediately recognisable as a heart. Look longer, however, and its form becomes increasingly abstract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no conventional outline and little surface decoration. Instead, Zhuang relies on proportion, curvature, volume and empty space to communicate the idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deep black of Australian nephrite jade gives the piece a quiet visual weight, while the softly finished surface allows light to travel gently across its sculptural curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt reflects Zhuang's philosophy of \u003cstrong\u003e“respecting the material and following nature”\u003c\/strong\u003e—allowing form and stone to speak without unnecessary ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple in form. Deep in meaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eUse \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-A meaningful gift for someone you love\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Anniversary or relationship gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Contemporary jade collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Lovers of minimalist design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Art and design enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Unisex styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Everyday statement jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Those drawn to Zen-inspired design and symbolism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Its restrained form makes it easy to wear, while the sculptural depth gives the pendant a strong presence when viewed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Heart of Stillness Pendant made from Australian jade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is carved from natural Australian black nephrite jade sourced from \u003cstrong\u003eCowell, South Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho designed this pendant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is designed by \u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Qingfang (庄庆芳)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a contemporary jade artist from Sihui, Guangdong, known for his distinctive \u003cstrong\u003e“Zen Jade” (禅玉)\u003c\/strong\u003e artistic language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat inspired the design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZhuang reinterprets the familiar heart using pure curved surfaces and open space. Folds and changing directions lead towards an opening at the centre, transforming the heart from a simple symbol into a more contemplative sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the opening in the centre represent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be understood as an inward entrance—a space for reflection, openness and the inner self. It also reflects the importance of emptiness and restraint within Zhuang's design philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat chain comes with the pendant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant comes with a \u003cstrong\u003esilver colour metal chain\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCare \u0026amp; Longevity\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Clean gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Store separately from other jewellery to protect the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Remove before swimming, showering or strenuous activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Although nephrite jade is exceptionally tough, protect the pendant from severe impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith appropriate care, the Heart of Stillness Pendant can be enjoyed for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eZhuang Jia Collection\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Jia Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e brings Australian jade into dialogue with the artistic language of \u003cstrong\u003eZhuang Qingfang (庄庆芳)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a contemporary jade artist from Sihui, Guangdong, China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith more than two decades devoted to jade carving, Zhuang developed his distinctive \u003cstrong\u003e“Zen Jade” (禅玉)\u003c\/strong\u003e style around a simple philosophy: \u003cstrong\u003erespect the material and follow nature\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing inspiration from Chinese Zen philosophy, Buddhism, Taoism, ancient jade forms, architecture and the natural world, he removes unnecessary complexity and uses restrained, gentle lines to bring \u003cstrong\u003ematerial, colour, form and meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e into harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Zhuang Jia, he applies this philosophy to \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian nephrite jade from Cowell, South Australia\u003c\/strong\u003e—allowing an ancient Australian stone and an ancient Chinese artistic tradition to meet in a new contemporary language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis aim is simple:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo let every piece speak to people.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Jade – Ancient Stone. 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