A TIANHUANG 'BIXIE' SEAL QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

of oval section, surmounted by a deftly carved recumbent bixie with its head powerfully turned towards its back, its curled horn and tail realistically rendered, the seal face carved in positive seal script with a four-character inscription reading qing tie shan fang, the stone of a warm amber-honey colour

Christie's Hong Kong, 6th November 1997, lot 1018.

Good overall condition, with just minor nicks to the extremities (largest measuring approx. 0.4 cm).
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

The studio on the seal is named after a collection of Wang Xizhi's (321-379 A.D) calligraphy called Qing Tie.