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Bronze Cheetah Head on Pedestal. Gorgeous. Spain.

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  This is a casting of a Cheetah head on a marble pedestal, signed by P.J. Mene.  The lost wax method was used and it is detailed and gorgeous.  There is a seal from the European Bronze Society affixed.   A great addition to your collection of African wildlife.

Dragon Chop / Seal in Archaic Jade, Asia

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Detail:  I’m not sure where this chop / seal was made but it has been with a family for about 50 years.   It is not very detailed as one would expect from archaic jade but it is unique.  The dragon is standing on a square pedestal.… Continue reading

Antique Silver Mythical Chinese Qilin Chop / Seal, China

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Detail:  I do not have a lot of details on this chop but it appears to be a silver and nickel composite.  I secured this from a Midwest antique dealer.  I think it is a Qilin, a mythical Chinese beast.  They are known as good omens.… Continue reading

Small Chop / Stamp / Seal with Foo Dog / Lion on top, China

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Detail: Hand carved in a jade material.  No personalized seal has been carved into the bottom.  Nice designs on side and a small foo dog / lion on the top.  Circa mid-1900’s.  I have personalized two chops for my own use. It is easy to do… Continue reading
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