Obelisk — Indian jade · 5 cm

An obelisk with even faces, polished along every edge — a form inherited from Egyptian architecture, where it marked the passage of the sun.

A deep, unctuous green, with a greasy polish to the touch, almost soapy.

Symbolic reading. The imperial stone in China, tradition links it to longevity, wisdom and harmony.

The piece. Indian jade.

Use & care. It sits as well on a bookshelf as on a ritual tray; its verticality alone creates a visual anchor. Dust with a dry cloth. Sharp edges mark if knocked.

• The word "jade" covers two distinct minerals: nephrite and jadeite, long confused with one another.
• Indicative size: 5 cm
• A natural piece: shade, veining and dimensions vary from one example to the next

A decorative object for personal practice. It is no substitute for medical advice or treatment.