California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 September 24, 2017  September 24, 2017

 Lot # 3270 
A CARVED 'CHILONG' INKSTONE WITH INSCRIBED COVER    清 雕螭龍刻詩文硯台


  • Dimension: Length: 7 3/8 in (18.7 cm) Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1000
  • Estimate To: $1600

Of oval shape, the smooth grinding face carved in relief with sinuous chilong inside the recessed inkwell, the reverse vertically incised with two square seal marks surrounded by dragon chasing flaming pearl within auspicious clouds, the cover inscribed with running script poem above the scene of cranes and orchids, the stone of a mottled yellow and russet tone. Qing Dynasty period.