Set of Shoushan seals, Qing dynasty

Made of honey-coloured Shoushan stone. It features three carved seals, joined by a chain of movable links. The seals have two square shapes at the ends and one oval shape in the centre, all decorated with a border of engraved geometric motifs alongside incised inscriptions. The bases contain calligraphic inscriptions with traces of cinnabar pigment.

Sizes: 5.04 x 2.8 x 2.8 cm; 5.3 x 2.9 x 3.7 cm; 5.08 x 2.9 x 2.9 cm; Total length: 20.5 cm

Weight: 272 g

Provenance:

· Private collection, France