Soft green jade, delicately carved and framed by the warmth of polished yellow gold.
This French ring from the 1950s centers on an oval jade carving depicting the smiling face of Buddha, its gentle expression emerging from the stone's softly mottled green surface. The carving retains the natural variations of the jade, lending depth and subtle movement to the portrait.
A substantial 18K yellow gold bezel follows the oval silhouette, its smooth, concentric borders providing a restrained architectural frame. The shoulders open into a split-shank design, creating an airy contrast to the generous proportions of the central stone. The interplay between the translucent character of the jade and the reflective gold gives the ring a distinctly sculptural presence.
A quiet meeting of Eastern imagery and mid-century French goldsmithing, where serenity is expressed through material and form.
