Seals - Jade - China - Late 20th century
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Pair of Chinese jade seals in carved stone dating to the late 20th century, titled Sigilli, comprising two objects from China with a square base; each seal measures 6 x 6.3 x 6.3 cm and the pair weighs 333 g, condition Excellent, authenticity Reproduction/replica.
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Double Chinese seal in carved stone (jade not tested), accompanied by a square box or base with traditional Chinese inscriptions and characters on the sides and the bottom of the seal.
The characters engraved on the base of the seal are in the archaic seal script style (Zhuanshu), a form of ancient Chinese writing used since the Zhou and Qin dynasties specifically for official seals.
The characters are incised in Baiwen mode (characters in negative/white when impressed), which makes the background stand out. The two upper characters visible read as "宣和" (Xuanhe).
"Xuanhe" is the famous reign-name (1119–1125 AD) of the refined Emperor Huizong of the Song dynasty, renowned patron of the arts, calligraphy, and collector of ancient seals.
The sides of the outer box feature geometric perforated motifs and stylized patterns that recall the ancient motifs of Chinese ritual bronzes (such as chilyong dragons or geometrized taotie masks).
The stone shows a strong brown/reddish patina with areas that appear calcified or eroded by time. In the Chinese antique market, this finish is often called "scavenged patina".
Often this type of heavy wear and coloration on the square box and seal combined is typical of late 20th-century historical reproduction productions, created to honor the style of imperial jade seals in archaic form.
Dimensions H 6 x 6.3 x 6.3 and weight g 333
Excellent condition
Insured shipping with professional packing.
Seller's Story
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Translated by Google TranslateDouble Chinese seal in carved stone (jade not tested), accompanied by a square box or base with traditional Chinese inscriptions and characters on the sides and the bottom of the seal.
The characters engraved on the base of the seal are in the archaic seal script style (Zhuanshu), a form of ancient Chinese writing used since the Zhou and Qin dynasties specifically for official seals.
The characters are incised in Baiwen mode (characters in negative/white when impressed), which makes the background stand out. The two upper characters visible read as "宣和" (Xuanhe).
"Xuanhe" is the famous reign-name (1119–1125 AD) of the refined Emperor Huizong of the Song dynasty, renowned patron of the arts, calligraphy, and collector of ancient seals.
The sides of the outer box feature geometric perforated motifs and stylized patterns that recall the ancient motifs of Chinese ritual bronzes (such as chilyong dragons or geometrized taotie masks).
The stone shows a strong brown/reddish patina with areas that appear calcified or eroded by time. In the Chinese antique market, this finish is often called "scavenged patina".
Often this type of heavy wear and coloration on the square box and seal combined is typical of late 20th-century historical reproduction productions, created to honor the style of imperial jade seals in archaic form.
Dimensions H 6 x 6.3 x 6.3 and weight g 333
Excellent condition
Insured shipping with professional packing.
Seller's Story
The love for art in its many expressions gave birth to a company that has been operating uninterruptedly for years, in order to provide unique and sought-after products. The most demanding client... The insatiable collector... makes MEDI@RT the ideal partner in the search for the unobtainable. Follow us on www.vendendovendendo.it
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Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
Number of objects
2
Country of Origin
China
Attribution
Reproduction
Material
Jade
Height
6 cm
Width
6.3 cm
Title of artwork
Seals
Depth
6.3 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
