UH12129 Chinese Soapstone Xian Zhang (leisure) seal, of a beautiful waxy soapstone ranging in color from rust red to a translucent honey color, the bottom plinth in red with front incised inscription highlighted in white, the deftly carved lion creature having a long tail, clutching a tendril sprig of the Lingqi (Sacred fungus) in his mouth and forepaws, the underside in intaglio Full White script. Minor signs of wear otherwise fine condition. 4.2 cm High. 19th Century. $750.
