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Chinese Carved Eagle on Lotus-Form Stand
Chinese Carved Eagle on Lotus-Form Stand
Chinese Carved Eagle on Lotus-Form Stand
Chinese Carved Eagle on Lotus-Form Stand

Chinese Carved Eagle on Lotus-Form Stand

Owner (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, 18th century
Object NameFigure
Mediumrock crystal and wood
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 26.5 cm, Depth: 9 cm, Width: 14.2 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024915
About MeChinese carved rock crystal eagle with outspread wings, holding a branch in its beak and with one foot raised on a rock or possibly tree trunk. The eagle sits on a carved wooden stand in the form of a lotus blossom which is highlighted in silver.

In Chinese culture the eagle represents strength. If it is depicted on a rock at sea it denotes a hero.

Hardstone carving is a form of decorative art that has been a part of Chinese culture for over 3,000 years. This is largely due to many of the precious and semi-precious stones used, such as jade, turquoise, malachite, quartz and agate, occurring naturally in certain territories of China.

These different types of stones feature a wide variety of properties that Chinese artists were able to exploit, incorporating the natural coloration and textural qualities of the stones into their designs.
More About Me
As in many other cultures, the eagle is seen as a symbol of strength in China. The lotus is a very common motif, representing spiritual purity and marital harmony.
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