Seal with artist mark - Soapstone - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
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An original Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) soapstone seal from China, titled “Seal with artist mark,” carved with a mythical creature on top and two archaic-script characters on the front; excellent condition with natural greyish stone and patina, provenance noting Master Zhou of Hangzhou, dimensions 97 mm high by 24×21 mm base and weight 97.74 g.
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Carved rectangular greyish Chinese Seal with creature and script -China- Qing period
On offer is a fine and old greyish low-translucent Chinese artist stone Seal. This stone seal has a nice carved mythical creature on top of the seal. The pedestal has a slightly tapered shape as more often seen in antique seals. On the front are engraved Chinese characters. The seal has a nice soft glossy appearance and nice patina from use and age. The face of the seal shows 2 characters in the Archaic style. UV check shows that the stone is natural, so not artificially colored. A fine old example, very hard to find!
Provenance: Recently, we had the privilege of acquiring a richly varied collection of old/antique Chinese stone seals. These remarkable seals have been brought together over many years by a private collector. They consist of good quality authentic Chinese seals made from various colored mineral stones, including possibly shoushan stone (larderite). The dating varies; but they are all from the Qing period into the 20th century.
During the coming period, we will offer items of this collection at a time. Please use your knowledge and judge for yourself, we offer them all without reserve price. Don't miss this opportunity! Good luck bidding!
Carved by: Unknown.
Dated: Unknown. Estimate age 1800-1900.
About: Artist mark: Master Zhou of Hangzhou.
Size: Measures 97 mm (height) * 24 mm * 21 mm (base).
Weight: 97,74 Gram.
Condition: Excellent, typical age related wear from use, some small fleabites and scratches that have become smooth from use and age, but further no damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible
No reserve price!
Carved rectangular greyish Chinese Seal with creature and script -China- Qing period
On offer is a fine and old greyish low-translucent Chinese artist stone Seal. This stone seal has a nice carved mythical creature on top of the seal. The pedestal has a slightly tapered shape as more often seen in antique seals. On the front are engraved Chinese characters. The seal has a nice soft glossy appearance and nice patina from use and age. The face of the seal shows 2 characters in the Archaic style. UV check shows that the stone is natural, so not artificially colored. A fine old example, very hard to find!
Provenance: Recently, we had the privilege of acquiring a richly varied collection of old/antique Chinese stone seals. These remarkable seals have been brought together over many years by a private collector. They consist of good quality authentic Chinese seals made from various colored mineral stones, including possibly shoushan stone (larderite). The dating varies; but they are all from the Qing period into the 20th century.
During the coming period, we will offer items of this collection at a time. Please use your knowledge and judge for yourself, we offer them all without reserve price. Don't miss this opportunity! Good luck bidding!
Carved by: Unknown.
Dated: Unknown. Estimate age 1800-1900.
About: Artist mark: Master Zhou of Hangzhou.
Size: Measures 97 mm (height) * 24 mm * 21 mm (base).
Weight: 97,74 Gram.
Condition: Excellent, typical age related wear from use, some small fleabites and scratches that have become smooth from use and age, but further no damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping possible
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Country of Origin
China
Material
Soapstone
Title of artwork
Seal with artist mark
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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