Hardstone Chop, China, 19th/20th century, oviform cylinder depicting lingzhi mushrooms, amber stone with fissure markings, an inscription reading "Mansheng ke" on one side, with a wood case with two compartments, seal ht. 2 7/8 in.
Estimate $300-500

minor chip and crack to a corner of the seal face.


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