California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 13, 2015  June 13, 2015

 Lot # 5728 
A SOAPSTONE CARVED BUDDHIST LION SEAL    民國 凍石雕獅子印章


  • Dimension: Height: 2 1/4 in (5.8 cm)
  • Estimate From: $600
  • Estimate To: $800

of square section and with well-polished sides, the seal is surmounted by a finial in the form of a recumbent lion with large snout and bulging eyes. One side is written with inscriptions about the artist.The base is incised with characters in seal script. The stone is of a translucent rich caramel honey tone. Republic period.