Antique Lintel with Relief Carvings colour-silver This seated buddha is carved

This seated buddha is carved from stone - beautifully detailed and very heavy

The level of skill required to create the panels

The neat design allows the boxes to fold into a compact size for simple storage or transport

The main stone on the tassel is jade

Antique Lintel with Relief Carvings colour-silver This seated buddha is carvedHebei, circa 1900 This interesting carving once formed the lintel over an entranceway in a Chinese home, with similar carvings positioned around the walls. It dates from the turn of the last century, where it was produced in Hebei province, eastern China. The main section is arched and carved in relief, incorporating various figures at each end perhaps scenes of travellers leaving or arriving home. The narrower middle section shows a floral pattern.