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What is Chinese seal carving?
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Chinese seal carving refers to the traditional art of engraving the active side of a stamp or seal. Typically, the seals were made using stone, but bamboo, bone and wood could also be used. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic Chinese seal carvings from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Chinese Finely Carved Yellow Pixiu Archaic Dragon Seal w/Stand 20th Cent
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage Chinese seal is an exquisite example of craftsmanship, intricately carved to feature a
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20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Bowl
Located in Dallas, TX
used to carve Chinese seals.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
20C Chinese Soapstone Polished Ring Dish
Located in Dallas, TX
was carved into ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
20C Medium Chinese Soapstone Carving
Located in Dallas, TX
was also used to carve Chinese seals.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
20C Chinese Soapstone Foo Dog Carving
Located in Dallas, TX
also used to carve Chinese seals.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
Pair of 20C Chinese Soapstone Carved Bookends
Located in Dallas, TX
ceremonial knives. Soapstone was also used to carve Chinese seals.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Soapstone
