Chinese Seal Soapstone Zodiac Goat Animal Carving Canton Marked Hardstone 20th C

Name: Chinese Seal Soapstone Zodiac Goat Animal Carving Canton Marked Hardstone 20th C
SKU: INV3968
Price: 35.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£35.00

Inventory Code: INV3968

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Chinese Soapstone Seal Carved Zodiac Goat Canton Mark 20thC

Chinese Seal Soapstone Zodiac Goat Animal Carving Canton Marked Hardstone 20th C

🌟 Product Details

🆔 Inventory CodeINV3968 Ⓜ️ MaterialSoapstone 🏳️ OriginChina 🏛️ Period20th Century – Modern Era 🅂 SubjectZodiac Goat – carved animal finial with landscape engraving 🏷️ MarkedCarved seal mark to base (Canton style) 📜 Description Finely carved Chinese Soapstone Seal featuring a sculptural Zodiac Goat finial seated atop a cylindrical seal body. The stone displays natural variegated tones of reddish, cream, and brown hues typical of soapstone.

The body is decorated with incised landscape motifs and calligraphic elements, while the base bears a carved seal mark in traditional script. The expressive carving of the goat shows stylized features and detailed incised lines, reflecting classic Canton workshop production.

Collector’s Notes: Chinese seal carvings have long been valued as both functional objects and works of art. Animal finials, especially those representing the Chinese Zodiac, were popular decorative themes in the 20th Century. Pieces such as this combine symbolic meaning—where the goat represents harmony and good fortune—with traditional craftsmanship, making them desirable among collectors of hardstone carvings. 🔍 Condition

GOOD ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Surface wear, minor scratches, and age-related marks. No major cracks or repairs observed. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

📐 Sizes

HeightApprox. 8 cm DiameterApprox. 2 cm

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