The Sculptor’s Story

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Founding Artistic Director

Wu Desheng

Founding Artistic Director Wu Desheng —
One of the great masters of Chinese jade sculpture

Wu Desheng’s subjects are wide-ranging, with figures and sculptural works his signature.
Through a fusion of Eastern and Western sensibilities,
his works are imbued with depth and rare value.

Milestones

歩み

1961

Born in Shanghai

Drawn to painting from childhood, he joined the Shanghai Jade Carving Factory after middle school, devoting himself to the craft.

1993

Fusing East and West

Grounded in Eastern tradition, he immersed himself in Western sculpture, bringing new depth to traditional figure carving.

2014

An Auction Record

西冷印社主催の秋季オークションにて、白玉作品「双嬌」が40,250,000人民元で落札。白玉のオークション史上最高取引額を刷新。

2023

Art Center Opens in Shanghai

Also shown at the Guardian Art Center’s "He Yi Tian Gong" exhibition, carrying the brand’s artistry to the world.

2023

Rafa & Lia Japan Established

A new chapter begins in Tokyo, bringing bespoke jewelry to clients in Japan.

Each work takes years of complete handcraft — a singular piece of art that confers distinction on its owner.

Philosophy
A jewel is a story you wear.
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