Description

Substantial, beautifully hand-carved Chinese chop seal (signature stamp) crafted from a semi-translucent white stone, likely alabaster or a high-quality soapstone. The seal is surmounted by an intricately carved, crouching mythical protector beast—resembling a Pixiu or Bixie lion—surmounting a large, solid square base. The bottom face features a clean, deeply hand-cut four-character inscription in traditional Chinese Seal Script. The base retains its classic reddish-pink staining from historic use with traditional cinnabar ink paste. - Culture: Chinese - Item Type: Signature Chop Seal / Name Stamp - Material: Alabaster or Soapstone / Steatite - Subject: Mythical Pixiu / Bixie Guardian Lion - Script: Four-character Seal Script (Zhuanshu) - Base Style: Yin carving (incised lettering) - Base Footprint: Approx. 3" x 3" (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm) - Total Height: Approx. 5.5" H (14 cm) Condition: Good vintage condition. The stone exhibits gorgeous natural internal clouding, varying opacity, and light tan mineral veins. There are minor fleabites, light surface scratches, and small natural edge imperfections to the stone corners consistent with age and shelf wear. No major structural cracks or large repairs. Please inspect all photos for an accurate look at condition and scale.

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• Starting Bid: $25
• Buyer's Premium: 18%
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