Chinese Carved Green Hardstone Carved Stone Figure

$100.00
An extremely handsome Chinese carved green hardstone statue is offered. This piece likely dates to 1960s or so but it could be older. The composition of the piece is a bearded Shouxing (寿星) figure holding an engraved scroll. Carving quality is high with a high polish finish and good attention to detail, especially on the beard and the facial features of the figure. Tool marks are evident on the stone upon close inspection. Stone is pale translucent green with a wave of black inclusion and a fine crystal structure throughout. The stone is extremely hard and a steel blade will leave a streak on its surface. Condition is outstanding with no noted damage or issues. Weight: ~225 grams. Dimensions: 4" Check out some of my other antiques: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=6783279 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
An extremely handsome Chinese carved green hardstone statue is offered. This piece likely dates to 1960s or so but it could be older. The composition of the piece is a bearded Shouxing (寿星) figure holding an engraved scroll. Carving quality is high with a high polish finish and good attention to detail, especially on the beard and the facial features of the figure. Tool marks are evident on the stone upon close inspection. Stone is pale translucent green with a wave of black inclusion and a fine crystal structure throughout. The stone is extremely hard and a steel blade will leave a streak on its surface. Condition is outstanding with no noted damage or issues. Weight: ~225 grams. Dimensions: 4" Check out some of my other antiques: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=6783279 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP