California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 December 15, 2017  December 15, 2017

 Lot # 5013 
A LARGE SHOUSHAN SOAPSTONE 'LUMU' CARVING    清末 林清卿刻款鹿目石薄意雕松竹梅山子


  • Dimension: Height: 9 1/2 in (24.1 cm) Width: 6 1/4 in (15.9 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1200
  • Estimate To: $1800

Of irregular upright form, the boulder carved in shallow relief to the exterior depicting a mountain landscape setting including deer, pine tree, river, ducks, and cliffs, with artist signature, all fitted in a hardwood stand, the stone is of opaque caramel tone. Late Qing Dynasty period.