QINGSHOU SHANTIAN YELLOW HOLLOWED-OUT...

Updated September 15, 2026

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Lot number26
Estimate3,000.00 - 4,000.00 USD
AuctionSep Premier Antique & Collectibles II
DateSeptember 20, 2026 at 1:53 AM EDT
Auction houseYakon Auctions
LocationGermantown, Maryland

MOTHER-AND-CHILD CHILONG BUTTON SQUARE SEAL. <br>Height:11cm (4.33in) , Width:3cm (1.18in) , Weight:170g (0.375lb) Carved from Qing?period Shoushan Tianhuang stone, this square seal features mellow dense texture, rich orange?yellow hue and pure grain coated with thick luminous patina. The knob is finely open?work carved with mother and young chilong dragons chasing pearl, the dragons twist nimbly with delicate scaled claws, presenting multi?layered exquisite craftsmanship. Long imperial?inscribed calligraphic inscriptions with reign mark and auxiliary seal are incised neatly on seal stele. The square seal face bears four?character vermilion seal script framed by double?dragon border, in dignified powerful style with deep?cut grooves. Aged seal?paste remains on surface. It is a high?grade important Qing?dynasty scholar?studio treasure integrating precious Tianhuang material, sophisticated open?work carving, dated epigraph and court?style seal?cutting.<br><br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation.<b

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