Bidspirit auction | Shoushan “Phoenix” Seal, Qing Dynasty

Shoushan “Phoenix” Seal, Qing Dynasty - Carved Shoushan stone in amber tones with ochre streaks. It depicts a phoenix with a curved body and finely detailed plumage, resting among swirling clouds. A border of diamond shapes surrounds the image. One of the sides bears an incised inscription. The base features carved characters from the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912). Size: 7.7 x 2.15 x 3.5 cm Weight: 130.6 g Provenance: Private French collection.