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109 - A large square seal carved from Shoushan stone of the Tianhuang variety, which is earthy and reddish in color and has a waxy texture. The entire body and upper rim are profusely carved in high relief with a continuous landscape of auspicious mythical beasts (Ruishou), dragon turtles, and wild animals amid pine trees, cliffs, and clouds. The wide square base features a meticulous archaic inscription in seal script with traces of red cinnabar paste, and includes an openwork pedestal and an original case made of fine wood carved with archaic floral motifs. Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) or later.
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A large square seal carved from Shoushan stone of the Tianhuang variety, which is earthy and reddish in color and has a waxy texture. The entire body and upper rim are profusely carved in high relief with a continuous landscape of auspicious mythical beasts (Ruishou), dragon turtles, and wild animals amid pine trees, cliffs, and clouds. The wide square base features a meticulous archaic inscription in seal script with traces of red cinnabar paste, and includes an openwork pedestal and an original case made of fine wood carved with archaic floral motifs. Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) or later. Dimensions: 15.5 x 14.4 x 14.3 cm; Case dimensions: 29 x 20 x 20 cm Seal weight: 7090 g Provenance: “Dragon Seals” Private Collection, Paris, France.
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Upcoming Special Fall Auction, October 28 - Session 1: Asian ArtAuction house
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