Vintage Hand-Carved Shoushan Stone Foo Dog Chop Seal

Description

This is a vintage/antique(?) Chinese chop seal.
Meticulously carved of shoushan stone*, the mythological guardian Foo Dog rests upon a sturdy rectangular base.
All 4 sides of the base are hand-carved, depicting landscapes and, on one side, encircled Chinese character.
The stamp reads: "F.G.S" followed by Chinese characters.
*
Shoushan Stone is a gemstone which is classified as "Pyrophyllite" and traditionally used as "stamp material".
Approx. size: 3" x 0.75" x 0.75"
Condition: Very good with minor signs of wear commensurate with its age.
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