Bidspirit auction | Pixiu Figure Made of Soapstone

Pixiu Figure Made of Soapstone (Shòushan Shí) with Gilding - Pixiu Figure Made of Soapstone (Shòushan Shí) with Gilding China, probably 20th century. Soapstone, with gilded painting. Dimensions: 20 x 11.5 x 8 cm. Weight: 1.87 kg. Very fine work, good condition. Pixiu is a mythical Chinese creature. It is believed that Pixiu: attracts wealth; wards off evil; protects its owner and brings good luck. It is one of the most popular Feng Shui creatures and is often carved into amulets, statues, seals, and Ruyi scepters. Chinese soapstone - in Chinese ''Shoushan stone'' - is one of the most traditional materials for making such mythical figures, especially for Pixiu.