Seal - Soapstone - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

o reserve price auction! Carved rectangular grey-brown Chinese Seal temple lion -China- Qing period On offer is a very fine good quality greyish-brown Chinese stone Seal. The seal is nicely carved with a pixiu or temple lion with a ball under his right feet. 4 Chinese characters are carved into the pedestal. The stone seal is semi-translucent. The face of the seal has engraved characters in Archaic style, done in superb quality, that are synonymous with the artist. Nice smooth surface overall by use and a nice age-related patina. UV check shows that the stone is natural, so not artificially colored. Provenance: Recently, we had the privilege of acquiring a richly varied collection of old/antique Chinese stone seals. These remarkable seals have been brought together over many years by a private collector. They consist of good quality authentic Chinese seals made from various colored mineral stones, including possibly shoushan stone (larderite). The dating varies; but they are all from the Qing period to the 20th century. During the coming period, we will offer several pieces at a time. Please use your knowledge and judge for yourself, we offer it without reserve price. Don't miss this opportunity! Good luck bidding! Carved by: unknown. Date: late Qing period. Size: Measures 51 mm (height) * 40 mm (widest point) * 25 mm (widest point). Weight: 60,87 gram. Condition: Excellent, typical age related wear from use and a nice age-related patina. No damage! Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible

Estimate:$220.47

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