Nanhong agate seal ‘Dragon’, Qing dynasty

Nanhong agate seal in vivid red and brown tones, crowned by a dragon carved in relief, with a muscular body and flowing mane, set against undulating clouds. The square base bears the incised inscription ‘含英咀华’, with traces of red sealing wax.

Size: 4 x 2 x 2.1 cm

Weight: 36.9 g