Large Soapstone Imperial or Official Seal, Qing Dynasty



Following the successful auction of an Qing Dynasty official soapstone seal last month, we are offering another Imperial or official soapstone seal with a majestic shape. This seal is carved from a solid block of dark green soapstone. The square seal has a lower square vase with a curved dome top which is simply finished with a shallow raised platform. A simple groove separates the dome and the side wall in a perfect proportion. The seal face is carved with a four character inscription in archaic style within a broad border typical of early Chinese Imperial and Official seals. We have not tried to decipher the meaning of the seal, but we have provided photo of the impression for your research. Judged from the shape of the seal, the quality of carved calligraphy, and the wonderful patina of this beautiful seal, we feel that this seal must has been used in the imperial court or by a high-ranking official. We date this seal to be 19th Century or earlier. Except for some chips at edges and some minor pits on the surface, the seal is in excellent condition. Size: 9.9cm x9.9cm square; height: 9.9cm

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