A rectangular jadeite plaque, measuring approximately 58.80 x 36.70 x 3.81mm
Engraved with the hallowed 'Heart Sūtra' in full
(Jadeite Plaque) Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report, numbered KJ97622, dated 5 February 2018, Type A jadeite, natural colour without any resin.
附 香港玉石鑑定中心 證書 及 透明底座
With a clear lucite stand
Catalogue Essay
The Heart Sūtra is the best known sutra in Mahayanna Buddhism, also known as 'The Heart of the Perfection of Wisdom'. The manuscript was written in Sanskrit and current Chinese version was attributed to Tripitaka Master, Xuanzang, from Tang Dynasty. The Heart Sūtra is the most popular Buddhist scripture, highly respected by Buddhists worldwide. It is believed that through the study and understanding of the Heart Sūtra, the Perfection of Wisdom, the three ages (past, present and future) would be able to dispel all sufferings and reach unexcelled complete Enlightenment.
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An Engraved Jadeite 'Heart Sūtra' Plaque
Estimate HK$380,000 - 450,000 $48,000-58,000
Sold for HK$437,500
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