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A TIANHUANG ‘MYTHICAL BEAST’ SEAL
QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
The seal of rectangular section is surmounted by a two-horned mythical beast, with its head
turned sharply to one side. The seal face is uncarved.
1√ in. (4.3 cm.) long, box
$15,000-20,000
PROVENANCE
By repute, collection of Prince Kinmochi Saionji (1849-1940), twice Prime Minister of Japan.
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