Jadeite seal "Dragon with lingzhi", Qing Dynasty

Carved jadeite seal in reddish-brown and greenish-gray hues, the handle of which depicts a dragon reclining on the base, its head turned to one side. The creature is sculpted with undulating details on its mane and tail, and on its back it holds a lingzhi, a symbol of longevity and power. The stone displays natural veining and color variations, used to accentuate volumes and textures. The base features a bas-relief calligraphic seal "花竹幽窗午梦长." Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) or later.

Size: 2.4 x 2.8 x 5 cm

Weight: 75.6 g