CHINESE CARVED PALE GREEN SOAPSTONE FIGURE OF A DRAGON
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:48965495 | Region of Origin: Chinese |
| Features: Handcarved | Product: Carving |
| Original/Repro: Vintage Original | Primary Material: Soapstone |
A Chinese hand carved soapstone model of a dragon. Very well executed and in very good condition.
The Chinese d ra got is made up from the parts of 9 different animals; the eyes of an hare, the horns of a stag, neck of a snake, head of a camel, ears of a bull, claws of an eagle, paws of a tiger, scales of a carp and the belly of a clown.Chinese dragons are not fierce but are playful beneficial creatures that live on land as well as in water and the air. They ar...e associated with spring rains and water and are symbols of abundant life, strength, fertility and prosperity.Dragons are a powerful 'Yang' symbol which can manifest itself as fearfulness and courage. They guard the home, bring strength, fortune and surround you with protective energy.
Length - 4.5"Height - 1.5"
The Chinese d ra got is made up from the parts of 9 different animals; the eyes of an hare, the horns of a stag, neck of a snake, head of a camel, ears of a bull, claws of an eagle, paws of a tiger, scales of a carp and the belly of a clown.Chinese dragons are not fierce but are playful beneficial creatures that live on land as well as in water and the air. They ar...e associated with spring rains and water and are symbols of abundant life, strength, fertility and prosperity.Dragons are a powerful 'Yang' symbol which can manifest itself as fearfulness and courage. They guard the home, bring strength, fortune and surround you with protective energy.
Length - 4.5"Height - 1.5"
