Lot no. 255
SMALL SEAL
Tianhuang Dong, honey-coloured, slightly translucent, with a square matrix inscribed "Imperial Treasure", the finely carved handle is formed of an imposing lion standing on its paws, its tail in the shape of a lingzhi symbolising longevity.
(Minor chips).
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912).
A CARVED Tianhuang SEAL, CHINA, QING DYNASTY (1644-1912).
HEIGHT 5 CM (2 IN.) - DIM. (MATRIX) 1,7 X 1,7 CM (11/16 X 11/16 IN.)
NOTE
A similar impression is reproduced on page 30 of the first book of the Qianlong Emperor's seals.
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
Asian Art
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