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Chinese Seal Art booklet titled "Sceaux de la Dynastie Han", a 64‑page accordion album from China in the mid‑20th century, each leaf bearing a single red seal impression from the Han dynasty, in excellent condition with its original green satin brocade protective case.
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Chinese Imperial Seal Engraving Album "Seals of the Han Dynasty" – 64 Accordion Leaves, a superb and authentic collection of Chinese sigillographic art (collector’s stamp booklet, Yinpu).
This item comes from the personal collection of a French expatriate who lived and worked in Japan from 1964 to 1984. It was acquired during that period, guaranteeing its antiquity and authenticity (mid-20th century).
Historically, Japanese literati have been among the great collectors of this craft of Chinese engraving. Pocket booklet traditionally folded in an accordion (Jingzhe zhuang).
Dimensions: Ideal for study or collection, each leaf measures 7.9 × 7 cm. Content: Contains exactly 64 leaves, each adorned with a single red imprint of a historical seal from the Han Dynasty (202 BCE – 220 CE).
The collection gathers imperial authority marks of very high dignitaries and elite military leaders. Notably, the official seals of the Cavalry General, the Marquis of Guanzhong, the General of the Vanguard, as well as family blessing formulas.
The booklet is sold with its original protective case, entirely covered with a magnificent green silk brocade fabric.
Very good overall condition for its age. The rice paper is sound and the impressions in traditional red ink (Yinni) are perfectly clear. An object of great sobriety, with no modern inscriptions or editor’s notes. A very beautiful display piece, ideal for enthusiasts of Asia, ancient military history, calligraphy, or engraving.
Chinese Imperial Seal Engraving Album "Seals of the Han Dynasty" – 64 Accordion Leaves, a superb and authentic collection of Chinese sigillographic art (collector’s stamp booklet, Yinpu).
This item comes from the personal collection of a French expatriate who lived and worked in Japan from 1964 to 1984. It was acquired during that period, guaranteeing its antiquity and authenticity (mid-20th century).
Historically, Japanese literati have been among the great collectors of this craft of Chinese engraving. Pocket booklet traditionally folded in an accordion (Jingzhe zhuang).
Dimensions: Ideal for study or collection, each leaf measures 7.9 × 7 cm. Content: Contains exactly 64 leaves, each adorned with a single red imprint of a historical seal from the Han Dynasty (202 BCE – 220 CE).
The collection gathers imperial authority marks of very high dignitaries and elite military leaders. Notably, the official seals of the Cavalry General, the Marquis of Guanzhong, the General of the Vanguard, as well as family blessing formulas.
The booklet is sold with its original protective case, entirely covered with a magnificent green silk brocade fabric.
Very good overall condition for its age. The rice paper is sound and the impressions in traditional red ink (Yinni) are perfectly clear. An object of great sobriety, with no modern inscriptions or editor’s notes. A very beautiful display piece, ideal for enthusiasts of Asia, ancient military history, calligraphy, or engraving.
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Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
China
Condition
Excellent condition
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