{"product_id":"australian-jade-eternal-flame-pendant-zhuang-jia-collection","title":"Australian Jade Eternal Flame Pendant | Zhuang Jia Collection","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 nephrite jade pendant by Zhuang Qingfang, using flowing surfaces to capture the tension of life—gathering inward like a flower bud, yet rising outward like a flame caught by the wind.\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\u003eTurn inward. Grow outward.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEternal Flame Pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a quiet contradiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts two flowing surfaces draw towards one another, enclosing an open space at the centre. At the same time, they rise and unfold, giving the entire form a sense of upward movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at it one way and it resembles \u003cstrong\u003ea flower bud beginning to open\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook again and it becomes \u003cstrong\u003ea flame lifted by the wind\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Zhuang Qingfang, these two readings express the same idea: life is shaped by the continuous movement between our inner and outer worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReflect inward. Grow outward.\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 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-Sculptural design inspired by both flame and flower bud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Flowing curved surfaces create a sense of movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Central negative space adds depth and lightness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Symbolises reflection, growth and vitality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Minimalist hand-carved form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Silver colour metal chain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Contemporary unisex styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Each piece carries individual characteristics 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 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\u003e37.6 × 25.1 × 7.0 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\u003eEternal Flame Pendant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural deep green to near-black Australian jade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-carved with a smooth, understated finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eForm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSculptural teardrop form composed of two flowing curved surfaces surrounding a central opening\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\u003eThe Eternal Flame begins not with a literal object, but with \u003cstrong\u003emovement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZhuang Qingfang uses flowing curved surfaces to express what he describes as the tension and vitality of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two sides appear to gather towards the centre before opening again. This creates a form that can shift between different interpretations depending on how it is seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA flower bud, holding its energy before bloom.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA flame, caught by the wind and rising.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design can be read through several interconnected ideas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame\u003c\/strong\u003e — vitality, energy and the force that keeps us moving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower bud\u003c\/strong\u003e — potential, renewal and growth yet to unfold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInward curve\u003c\/strong\u003e — reflection and understanding oneself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutward movement\u003c\/strong\u003e — growth, expression and engagement with the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen centre\u003c\/strong\u003e — space, possibility and inner awareness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpward form\u003c\/strong\u003e — aspiration and continuing forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo flowing surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e — the relationship between our inner and outer lives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece embodies a simple philosophy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eGather inward, then blossom outward.\u003c\/em\u003e\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\u003eEternal Flame is an example of Zhuang Qingfang's ability to express an idea without relying on literal imagery or elaborate decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no carved petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no engraved flames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, \u003cstrong\u003ethe shape itself carries the meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial curves of Australian jade create visual strength, while the narrow opening through the centre introduces light and emptiness. From different angles, the relationship between these solid and open spaces continually changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis balance between \u003cstrong\u003estrength and softness, stillness and movement, inward reflection and outward growth\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the piece its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also deeply aligned with Zhuang's philosophy of simplifying form until only what matters remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA flame without fire. A flower without petals. Life expressed through form.\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-Contemporary jade collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Lovers of minimalist and sculptural jewellery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Meaningful gifts marking a new chapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Graduation or career milestones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Personal symbols of growth and renewal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Art and design enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Contemporary unisex styling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Those drawn to Zen-inspired design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Anyone seeking a reminder to reflect, grow and move forward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact proportions make Eternal Flame easy to wear, while its three-dimensional curves give it a strong sculptural presence when viewed closely.\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 Eternal Flame Pendant made from Australian jade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is carved from natural Australian 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\u003eEternal Flame 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\u003eIs the design a flame or a flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is intentionally both. The flowing form can resemble a flower bud beginning to open or a flame being lifted by the wind. This ambiguity is central to the design and its expression of life's energy and growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the open centre symbolise?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open space can be understood as the inner self—a place for reflection, awareness and possibility. The surrounding form then moves outward, expressing growth and engagement with the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat chain comes with the pendant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eternal Flame 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 jade surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Remove before swimming 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 Eternal Flame 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\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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