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A Superbly Carved and Totally Delightful Chinese Jade Type Desk Seal of Very High Quality Depicting a Dog of Fo Seated on a Chunky Seal.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Superbly Carved and Totally Delightful Chinese Jade Type Desk Seal of Very High Quality Depicting a Dog of Fo Seated on a Chunky Seal.

19th century
Description

This finely carved and totally delightful Chinese jade type desk seal of very high quality depicting a dog of foo seated on a chunky seal the four sides of the seal are skillfully carved showing an extraordinary example of Chinese expertise The stunning variation of colour in the jade has been cleverly used to emphasise the head and tail of the foo dog with great effect and the top of the seal is signed. There is a £20 charge for postage and packing.The seal is very heavy

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Jade Desk Seal to the 19th Century.

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SA1226708
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Description
This finely carved and totally delightful Chinese jade type desk seal of very high quality depicting a dog of foo seated on a chunky seal the four sides of the seal are skillfully carved showing an extraordinary example of Chinese expertise The stunning variation of colour in the jade has been cleverly used to emphasise the head and tail of the foo dog with great effect and the top of the seal is signed. There is a £20 charge for postage and packing.The seal is very heavy
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Jade Desk Seal to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1226708
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base.
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Archive I A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base.

A superbly carved and totally delightful Chinese jade type desk seal of very high quality depicting a dog of fo seated on a chunky seal.

Archive II A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View II
Archive III A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View III
Archive IV A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View IV
Archive V A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View V
Archive VI A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View VI
Archive VII A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View VII
Archive VIII A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View VIII
Archive IX A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View IX
Archive X A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base. View X
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base.
A superbly carved and totally delightful Chinese jade type desk seal of very high quality depicting a dog of fo seated on a chunky seal.
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A carved cream and russet jade-style Chinese desk seal featuring a detailed guardian lion finial atop a square base.
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Chinese desk seals, historically known as chops, served as official signatures for individuals, scholars, and officials. Crafted from materials such as jade, soapstone, and bronze, they were used with red ink paste to authorise documents, validate artwork, and mark personal ownership.

High-status seals were carved from hardstones like jadeite and nephrite, as well as softer carving stones such as Shoushan, Qingtian, and Changhua stones. Decorative variations often incorporate natural skin colours, such as russet or brown tones, into the sculpted design.

Authentic stone seals display hand-carved tool marks, natural mineral inclusions, and subtle variations in surface texture. Genuine hardstone exhibits cool thermal conductivity and precise sculptural detailing around the finial and border engravings.

A carved stone seal functions as a refined accent piece when displayed on an office desk, a stack of art books, or alongside framed prints on a mantelpiece. It adds visual weight and sculptural interest to traditional or minimalist decor schemes.

Dust gently using a soft-bristled brush to clean intricate carved areas. Avoid harsh chemical cleansers or ultrasonic baths, and wipe the surface occasionally with a soft, lint-free cloth to maintain the stones lustre.
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