Bidspirit auction | Small Shoushan seal ‘Beast’, Qing

Small Shoushan seal ‘Beast’, Qing dynasty - Carved Shoushan stone with a reddish hue. The piece is rectangular and topped by an alert beast with a long mane, curled tail and large antlers. It is adorned with incised and embossed details. The base contains a calligraphic inscription engraved for stamping. It shows patina due to age. Qing dynasty (1644–1912). Size: 3.6 x 1.5 x 2.4 cm Weight: 22 g  Provenance: · Private collection, Paris, France