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Bronze Chinese seal with three fighting dragons around the fiery pearl, dating from 1980–1990, in good condition with minor signs of aging and spots, originating from China, dimensions 16.5 × 7.5 × 7.5 cm and weight 1500 g, titled Draak.
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Beautiful Chinese seal dragon.
The three dragons fighting for the "flaming pearl" (火珠, huǒzhū) is one of the most iconic motifs in Chinese art.
The pearl symbolizes wisdom, spiritual enlightenment, luck and divine power. In Buddhist context it often represents the "wish-fulfilling jewel" (cintamani).
Meaning:
Dragons: In Chinese culture dragons are auspicious beings that symbolize power, strength, happiness and control over water and weather
The pearl: Represents spiritual essence, enlightenment and cosmic energy
Three dragons: The number three is auspicious and symbolizes harmony and balance
The struggle: Not as conflict, but as dynamic energy and the pursuit of enlightenment
Function of the seal:
Chinese seals (印章, yìnzhāng) were used as a personal signature on documents, artworks and official papers. This type of decorative seal with a dragon motif was often used by scholars, officials or collectors.
The seal is in good used condition with signs of aging. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
Weight: 1500 grams.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateBeautiful Chinese seal dragon.
The three dragons fighting for the "flaming pearl" (火珠, huǒzhū) is one of the most iconic motifs in Chinese art.
The pearl symbolizes wisdom, spiritual enlightenment, luck and divine power. In Buddhist context it often represents the "wish-fulfilling jewel" (cintamani).
Meaning:
Dragons: In Chinese culture dragons are auspicious beings that symbolize power, strength, happiness and control over water and weather
The pearl: Represents spiritual essence, enlightenment and cosmic energy
Three dragons: The number three is auspicious and symbolizes harmony and balance
The struggle: Not as conflict, but as dynamic energy and the pursuit of enlightenment
Function of the seal:
Chinese seals (印章, yìnzhāng) were used as a personal signature on documents, artworks and official papers. This type of decorative seal with a dragon motif was often used by scholars, officials or collectors.
The seal is in good used condition with signs of aging. (See photos)
Very finely detailed.
Carefully packed and insured shipping.
Weight: 1500 grams.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so you only pay shipping costs once.
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
China
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16.5 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
7.5 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
Title additional information
Dragon
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