seal BM-1980-0728.123

Period:Qing dynasty Production date:18thC
Materials:porcelain, blanc de chine,
Technique:

Dimensions:Height: 6.50 centimetres Length: 5.50 centimetres Width: 5.50 centimetres

Description:
Seal with knob in the shape of a lion dog with four character inscription in relief in seal script on base. Made of Blanc de Chine porcelain.
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Comments:The maker of this seal might not have intended for it to be actuall used as a seal (or he/she might not be a professional seal carver) because some of the characters on base, such as the word ‘ze’ 則, was carved in positive and not in reverse.