Jade seal "Ram", Ming Dynasty

A carved jade seal, dark, with natural veins in brown, beige, and greyish tones. The handle is decorated with the figure of a ram in a reclining position, its legs tucked in and its head erect, facing forward, crowned by sharp, helical horns resting on its back, highlighting a stylized anatomy. The ram's body features a central perforation under its belly for hanging. At the base is a carved inscription "禅心侠骨" with traces of red pigment. Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) or later.

Size: 4.3 x 1.2 x 3.1 cm

Weight: 35.3 g