汉代是中国玉器发展史上的又一艺术高峰时期,玉蝉属于汉代玉器题材的一种,同时又作为丧葬玉器在汉代上层阶级使用,这与蝉蛰而复出的生物习性有关,正应合了汉代希望灵魂不灭、死而复生的生死观。这一时期的玉蝉器型规整、刀法犀利简洁、锋棱毕露、线务洗练、雕琢有力,为后人所推崇。是汉代器物造作闪亮的一抹,是中国工艺美术史上的一个亮点。 The Han Dynasty was another peak art period in the history of Chinese jade carving. The jade cicada belonged to the jade article of the Han Dynasty, and was also used as a funeral jade ware by the upper class in the Han Dynasty. This was related to the biological habits of the cicada sting and comeback, Hope that the soul is immortal, the resurrection of life and death concept. This period of jade cicadas type regular, knife sharp and concise, sharp edge, line wash practice, carving powerful, esteemed for future generations. It is a shining touch of artifacts in the Han Dynasty and a bright spot in the history of Chinese arts and crafts.