Old Shoushan Carved Stone Dragon Turtles in
The intricate details of the carving are impressive, with a mostly brown color scheme that adds to the overall beauty of the piece. The figurine's age is unknown. Purchased from an antique dealer in China in the early 1980’s. The dragon turtle carving is perfect for those who appreciate the intricate arts of Chinese carving and design. Its unique features, including the use of Shoushan stone, make it a one-of-a-kind item that is sure to impress. Add this your collection today and enjoy the rich history and culture it represents.
Shousan is one of the oldest ruins of civilization founded in Kaohsiung, dating back 4000 to 5000 years ago. Military installations were constructed through both Qing rule throughout the 17 and 18th century and Japanese rule from 1895 to 1945. It is now part of the Shoushan National Nature Park, and serves as a tourism attraction.
The long history of stone carvings has seen many famous carvers and fine carvings from the Shoushan Mountain in the northern part of Fuzhou. Most of these masterpieces were either collected at the palace as imperial treasures or selected by local officials as tributes to pay to the court. First-class carvers were often called into the court to carve Shoushan stone artworks. Some of these stone carvings are still kept in the Imperial Palace in Beijing.
Reprint from chinadaily.com.cn