Shoushan Stone Lychee Jelly Seal, Chinese Vintage Carved Qilin Stone Chop With Artist Inscription

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Add a touch of refined elegance to your desk or collection with this finely carved soapstone seal. This traditional Chinese … Read more Add a touch of refined elegance to your desk or collection with this finely carved soapstone seal. This traditional Chinese scholar's object features a finely detailed mythical beast perched atop a square column.

The seal is crafted from a translucent, pale stone with a smooth, icy texture, exhibiting natural crystalline inclusions throughout.

The carving is intricate, capturing the dynamic pose of the creature. The side of the column features elegant calligraphic engraving, adding a layer of literary sophistication.

This piece serves beautifully as a decorative paperweight, a display item for a curio cabinet, or a functional stamp for collectors of Asian antiques. See less