This Chinese Hand Carved Celadon White Jade Scholar Seal Chop is from a prominent private Chicago, IL estate collection (Direct Auction Galleries, Lot 190).

• Traditional Scholar's Signature Seal / Chop.

• Material: Hand-carved from a solid block of natural celadon pale-greenish white nephrite jade. Displays an elegant greasy luster with minor natural russet skin inclusions embedded in the stone matrix.

• Features a hand-carved mythical Pixiu guardian beast (Dragon) nestled atop a crisp rectangular base block.

• Base/Face: Completely blank and uncarved. Pristine, unused condition ready for custom monogram engraving.

• Measurements: Stands at approximately 1.5 inches tall.

• Very Good historic condition. The Pixiu carving details remain exceptionally crisp and distinct. Free of major structural fractures, deep hairline cracks, or repairs. Displays minor superficial edge wear and light surface scratches consistent with authentic estate display age.