5000 Ca Collection

Axe, c. 2000 BC (calcite (marble)
5952018 Axe, c.2000 BC (calcite (marble) by Chinese School (20th century BC); 27.6x5.7x2.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Cylindrical bead, c. 3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952042 Cylindrical bead, c.3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School, (3rd-2nd millennium BC); 4.3x1.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Axe, c. 5000-c. 1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952027 Axe, c.5000-c.1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Longshan Culture (c.3000-c.1700 BC); 13.3x6.3x1.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Finial (?) in the form of a standing bird, c. 2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951960 Finial (?) in the form of a standing bird, c.2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Shijiahe culture (c.2500-c.2000 BCE); 9.5x1.3x1.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Cylindrical bead, c. 3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952045 Cylindrical bead, c.3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School, (3rd-2nd millennium BC); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art

Finial (?) in the form of a standing bird, c. 2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952032 Finial (?) in the form of a standing bird, c.2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Shijiahe culture (c.2500-c.2000 BCE); 10.4x1.6x1.6 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Ornament with mask and headdress, c. 2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952012 Ornament with mask and headdress, c.2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Shijiahe culture (c.2500-c.2000 BCE); 6.8x3.8x1.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Disk, c. 2500 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951986 Disk, c.2500 BC (jade, nephrite) by Qijia culture (c.2250-c.1900 BCE); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Gift of Arthur M

Axe, c. 3000-c. 1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951981 Axe, c.3000-c.1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Longshan Culture (c.3000-c.1700 BC); 15.9x9x0.9 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Probably Liangzhu culture (ca)

Harvesting knife (hu þ¼Å), c. 2000-1000 BC (jade (serpentine))
5951034 Harvesting knife (hu þ¼Å), c.2000-1000 BC (jade (serpentine)) by Sanxingdui culture (c.2000 -c.1000 BCE); 10.5x73.6x1.4 cm; (add.info.: H x W x D)

Cylindrical bead, c. 3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952044 Cylindrical bead, c.3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School, (3rd-2nd millennium BC); 6.1x1.4 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Tubular head ornament, c. 3800 - 2700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951992 Tubular head ornament, c.3800 - 2700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Hongshan culture (c.3800-c.2700 BC); 15.8x9.7x7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Ornament (shi £) in the form of a bird, fragment, c. 2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951118 Ornament (shi £ ) in the form of a bird, fragment, c.2500 - 2000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Shijiahe culture (c.2500-c.2000 BCE); 5.3x4.1x0.5 cm; (add.info.: H x W x D)

Tube (cong þÉ«), c. 2000-1000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951050 Tube (cong þÉ«), c.2000-1000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Sanxingdui culture (c.2000 -c.1000 BCE); © Freer Sackler Gallery; Gift of Arthur M. Sackler

Cylindrical bead, c. 3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952036 Cylindrical bead, c.3000-1700 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School, (3rd-2nd century BC); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art

Cylindrical bead, c. 3000-1700 BC (quartz)
5952047 Cylindrical bead, c.3000-1700 BC (quartz) by Chinese School, Late Neolithic period (c.5000 -c.1700 BC); 3.9x2.3x1.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Cylindrical bead, c. 2000-1050 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952035 Cylindrical bead, c.2000-1050 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School, (3rd-2nd century BC); 3.6x3.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Pendant in the form of a mask, probably reworked from a tube (cong þÉ«), c. 1300-1050 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952003 Pendant in the form of a mask, probably reworked from a tube (cong þÉ«), c.1300-1050 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School

Nine-tier tube (cong ceA) with masks, c. 3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951051 Nine-tier tube (cong ce) with masks, c.3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); eFreer Slacker Gallery; Gift of Arthur M. Sackler; Chinese, out of copyright

Bracelet, c. 3000-1700 BC (jade (serpentine)
5951959 Bracelet, c.3000-1700 BC (jade (serpentine) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 3x7.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Cylindrical bead, c. 1200-1100 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952048 Cylindrical bead, c.1200-1100 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School (12th-11th century BC); 4.6x1.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Ten-tier tube with masks, c. 3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952014 Ten-tier tube with masks, c.3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 29.1x7.9x7.7 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Thirteen-tier tube ("cong"?) with masks, 3300-2250 BCE (jade (nephrite))
5930877 Thirteen-tier tube (" cong" ?) with masks, 3300-2250 BCE (jade (nephrite)) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 32.6x6.9x6.8 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Disk, c. 3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite)
5952030 Disk, c.3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 17.5x1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Axe (fu -), c. 3000-2000 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951037 Axe (fu ae-z), c.3000-2000 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 34.9x17.6x0.6 cm; (add.info.: H x W x D)

Arc-shaped pendant, with added decoration, c. 3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951985 Arc-shaped pendant, with added decoration, c.3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 4.4x6.3x0.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Disk (bi ), c. 3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951038 Disk (bi c z), c.3300-2250 BC (jade, nephrite) by Liangzhu culture (3400-2250 BC); 31.2x1.6 cm; (add.info.: Diam x D: (12 5/16 x 5/8 in)); eFreer Slacker Gallery; Gift of Arthur M

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"5000 ca: A Glimpse into Ancient Artistry and Symbolism" Step back in time to the ancient world, where exquisite artifacts crafted from precious materials like jade and nephrite reveal a rich tapestry of human ingenuity. Among these treasures are remarkable objects that span centuries, offering us a glimpse into the artistic prowess of civilizations long gone. One such artifact is an Axe dating back to around 2000 BC. Carved from calcite marble, this tool represents the mastery of early craftsmen who harnessed stone's strength for practical purposes. Its smooth surface bears witness to countless hours spent shaping it with precision. Moving forward in time, we encounter a cylindrical bead from approximately 3000-1700 BC. Made from jade and nephrite, this delicate ornament showcases intricate patterns etched onto its surface. It serves as a testament to the skillful hands that transformed raw materials into wearable art. Another striking find is an Axe originating from around 5000-1700 BC. Crafted meticulously using jade and nephrite, this weapon symbolizes power and protection in ancient societies. Its polished edges reflect not only functional design but also aesthetic sensibilities held dear by our ancestors. A finial resembling a standing bird takes us further back in history, dating between 2500-2000 BC. This mesmerizing piece carved out of jade or nephrite captures the gracefulness of avian creatures while embodying spiritual significance within its form. The journey continues with more cylindrical beads spanning across millennia - each one intricately designed with jade or nephrite during the period between 3000-1700 BC. These beads likely adorned individuals as symbols of status or served as offerings during important rituals. An ornamental masterpiece emerges next: an artifact featuring both mask and headdress motifs created between 2500-2000 BC using jade or nephrite material. This stunning piece exemplifies how art merged with spirituality, as it possibly served as a ceremonial object or an emblem of authority.