A finely hand-carved seal in Shoushan stone, prized in China for scholar’s objects and seals. The waxy, matte surface and warm creamy tone are typical of the stone; the sculptor modelled a pair of Buddhist lions (shi) on the top. One side bears a light incised inscription; the base is carved in zhuanshu (seal script) and retains red paste.
3.5 × 8.4 × 3.3 cm
180 g
Minor handling wear and natural veins; small tool marks in recesses; no distracting chips or repairs.
A finely hand-carved seal in Shoushan stone, prized in China for scholar’s objects and seals. The waxy, matte surface and warm creamy tone are typical of the stone; the sculptor modelled a pair of Buddhist lions (shi) on the top. One side bears a light incised inscription; the base is carved in zhuanshu (seal script) and retains red paste.
3.5 × 8.4 × 3.3 cm
180 g
Minor handling wear and natural veins; small tool marks in recesses; no distracting chips or repairs.
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