Majestic Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Seal: A Symbol of Imperial Authority

Qing Dynasty red lacquer seal.

There are fine carvings on the top of the seal, showing certain scenes and characters from ancient China. The seal at the bottom is a traditional seal-cut font.

Red-tipping is a special technique of Chinese lacquer decoration that usually involves applying multiple layers of different colors of paint to an object, then carving away the top layer of paint to reveal the underlying color to form a pattern or text. This technique was very popular during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Red lacquerware is a highly appreciated item by collectors, especially antiques in good condition.