UPCOMING SPECIAL SPRING AUCTION, 18 MARCH 2026 - 1ST SESSION: ASIAN ART
Shoushan seal ‘Family of lions’, Qing dynasty
Awarded For. 800 €
Lot 35.
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Description.
Shoushan stone in an orange-ochre hue. It has a rectangular base topped by an intricate carving depicting a family of lions with their cub, symbolising family unity and protection. They are adorned with incised lines and relief volumes. The base contains a calligraphic inscription engraved for printing. It shows patina due to age. Qing dynasty (1644–1912)
Size: 5.5 x 2.1 x 2.2 cm
Weight: 60 g
Provenance:
· Private collection, Paris, France
