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 In addition to the brush and ink personal signature, most traditional Chinese artists finish their works with seal imprint(s) that enhance the meaning of their compositions. These hand-carved stones are known as side seals, chops or mood seals. They depict the general or specific qualities of the artist, his or her works, subject matter, emotions or virtues. Seasoned artists tend to become collectors of these treasured pieces so that they have an array of poetic expression at their fingertips.Some soapstone seals are carved with such artistry, and eloquence of meaning that they become collector's items themselves. OAS has a meticulously selected a collection of these seals and made them available to the artist and collector. We also have various mood seals for those on a budget. OAS Seal Collection Carved by craftsmen whose artistry is rooted in generations of family tradition, each piece of the OAS Seal Collection is a treasure. Created from soapstone from Yellow Mountain hand chosen for it's distinctive coloration, each piece represents a potential theme for artistic exploration. Add one of our found treasures to your collection. OAS Artist Seal Using the signature, calligraphy, and seal as integral parts of composition in painting is uniquely Chinese. Make your painting authentic by stamping on your own signature seal. OAS is proud to offer our patrons to the opportunity to have a Chinese name created for their masterpieces. OAS Special Collections Our OAS Seal Collection curators have assembled collections of seals inspired by chinese stories and legends. Each piece works together to remind us of something greater than ourselves. Peruse our newest collection, Joy in the Heart of a King. Dragon Mood Seals (Square) Stone seals with elegant carving of characters depicting poetic moods in ancient style. A dragon adorns its top and comes in a silk case. It is the perfect gift for friends or for yourself! For your composition consideration, each of these seals makes a square imprint. Dragon Mood Seals (Oval) Stone seals with elegant carving of characters depicting poetic moods in ancient style. A dragon adorns its top and comes in a silk case. It is the perfect gift for friends or for yourself! For your composition consideration, each of these seals makes a oval imprint. Mood Seals Stone seals with elegant carving of characters depicting poetic moods in ancient style. These seals do not have carvings on the top. It is the perfect gift for friends or for yourself! |
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