Vintage Chinese Soapstone Seal Carved Foo Dog Lion & Cub Figure

Beautiful vintage Chinese carved soapstone seal (chop) featuring a detailed Foo Dog (Guardian Lion) with cub standing atop a large seal base. The piece is hand carved from reddish-brown soapstone with pierced decorative carving and traditional Chinese characters engraved to the underside. The guardian lion symbolizes protection, strength and good fortune in Chinese culture, making this an attractive decorative piece as well as a collectible seal. Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear and surface marks consistent with use and age. Please examine photographs carefully as they form part of the description. Measurements: * Height: approximately 15cm Features: * Hand carved soapstone * Foo Dog / Guardian Lion and cub design * Chinese character seal base * Decorative pierced carving * Vintage Chinese collectible * Display ornament or desk accessory