Leilão Bidspirit | Qing dynasty ‘Beast’ shoushang seal

Qing dynasty ‘Beast’ shoushang seal - A square seal carved from honey-coloured Shoushan stone. It depicts a crouching mythical beast with a muscular body and open jaws, whilst one of its sides bears an incised inscription. The flat base features sigillate characters and includes a bespoke stand. Qing Dynasty (1644–1912) or later. Size: 7.4 x 4.8 x 4.8 cm Weight: 322 g Provenance: ‘Dragon Seals’ private collection, Paris, France.