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Hand-carved multicolour soapstone plate in the Shoushan style, dating to 1970–1980, from Macau, 15 × 3 × 3 cm, 500 g, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear.
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From a documented family collection, this hand-sculpted soapstone dish exemplifies the pinnacle of mid-20th-century Asian decorative arts.
The piece was carved from a single block of polychromed stone, taking advantage of the natural mineral variations to enhance its intricate botanical motifs.
The bas-relief carving on the front and the rectangular base structured on the reverse confirm authenticity and faithful manufacture to the period.
Highly well-preserved, without visible chips or cracks, retaining its original waxy luster.
Material: Natural Polychromed Soapstone / Shoushan Style.
Provenance: Private Family Collection.
Please contact for additional technical specifications or high-resolution details.
From a documented family collection, this hand-sculpted soapstone dish exemplifies the pinnacle of mid-20th-century Asian decorative arts.
The piece was carved from a single block of polychromed stone, taking advantage of the natural mineral variations to enhance its intricate botanical motifs.
The bas-relief carving on the front and the rectangular base structured on the reverse confirm authenticity and faithful manufacture to the period.
Highly well-preserved, without visible chips or cracks, retaining its original waxy luster.
Material: Natural Polychromed Soapstone / Shoushan Style.
Provenance: Private Family Collection.
Please contact for additional technical specifications or high-resolution details.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
500 g
Stone type
Soapstone
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Macao
Material
Stone
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
3 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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