Page 262 - Christie's Fine Chinese Paintings March 19 2019 Auction

1765
A ROCK CRYSTAL SEAL
QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
Of square section, the seal is carved on top with a seated mythical beast, pixiu,
and the seal face is carved in intaglio with three characters reading shou er
kang (longevity and good health).
4¡ in. (11 cm.) high

$12,000-18,000
PROVENANCE
Valentine Everit Macy (1871-1930) Collection, by repute.
. (seal face)
For a discussion on Valentine Everit Macy, see the footnote to lot 1764.
The inscription on the present seal conveys the wishes for longevity and
good health, which are recurring themes seen throughout history in Chinese
literature and works of art.
清 水晶貔貅鈕方印
印文：壽而康