Jadeite seal carving "Dragon and lingzhi", Qing Dynasty

Jadeite seal in shades of green and brown, carved in a rectangular prismatic shape. The upper area features the figure of a sinuous dragon with a stylized body, short legs with curved claws, and prominent spirals on the head, tail, and back. The dragon, a symbol of power and fortune, appears with its mouth open in a dynamic attitude, facing a lingzhi head. The base features a calligraphic seal carved in relief "放下全放下佛也莫要". The stone shows natural patinas and colour variations. Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) or later.

Size: 3.2 x 2.4 x 4.8 cm

Weight: 88.9 g