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Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Qing Dynasty Seal in Shape of Bamboo

Attractive, old Chinese seal from the end of the Qing - beginning of Republic period. It is most probably a Furong-stone.




Engraved are 2 characters „ting yun", which means: the clouds stopped.

The artist name can be found at the side carving.

The stone almost looks like Jade and has a niche shape.

1,5 x 0,6 x 2,2 inches. 60 gram. Fine condition.

 More Chinese Seals: HERE