{"product_id":"3-8-1-cm-natural-qingtian-seal-stone-blank-with-brocade-box","title":"3\/8\" (1 cm) Natural Qingtian Seal Stone Blank with Brocade Box","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMiniature Soapstone Blank for Chinese Name Chops \u0026amp; Mood Seals\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eA standard seal can easily overwhelm an intimate fan painting, album leaf, or delicate brush sketch. At just 3\/8\" (1 cm) square, this miniature blank provides the ideal proportions for a subtle artist's mark that anchors your painting without distracting from the brushwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eQuarried in Qingtian County, Zhejiang Province—the historical birthplace of Chinese seal engraving (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eZhuanke\u003c\/i\u003e)—natural Qingtian stone is the time-honored choice for artists. Its fine, uniform grain carves smoothly under the chisel, holding crisp, clean edges for both relief (Yang\/red) and intaglio (Yin\/white) script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthentic Heritage Stone:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced directly from Qingtian, the classical standard for Chinese seal carving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSmooth, Predictable Carving:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate hardness with a dense, silky texture that resists chipping and holds fine details cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntimate Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfectly proportioned for 1–2 Chinese characters (such as a first or last name) or 1–3 English monogram initials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNatural Character:\u003c\/b\u003e Each piece is unique, featuring subtle variations in earth tones, soft translucency, and natural mineral veins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFace Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 3\/8\" x 3\/8\" (approx. 1.0 cm x 1.0 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2\" (approx. 5.0 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural Qingtian stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/b\u003e 1–2 Chinese characters or English initials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Sold as a bare stone or with an optional padded silk brocade gift box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSKU:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ccode data-path-to-node=\"9,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"5\"\u003e1cm_qtxs\u003c\/code\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNotes \u0026amp; Complementary Items\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCustom Carving Service:\u003c\/b\u003e If you prefer a finished seal, Henry Li offers complete custom design, name translation into Chinese, and hand-carving services for this stone size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInk Paste Recommendation:\u003c\/b\u003e We strongly recommend pairing this stone with professional \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"85\"\u003eShuang Wei brand cinnabar ink paste\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"122\"\u003eYinni\u003c\/i\u003e). Traditional oil-based mineral paste produces crisp, vibrant red impressions that will not bleed into xuan paper or fade over time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Blue Heron Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67588520542515,"sku":"1cm_qtxs","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/4511\/0835\/files\/DSCN6335_L.jpg?v=1790658030","url":"https:\/\/chineseartsupplies.com\/products\/3-8-1-cm-natural-qingtian-seal-stone-blank-with-brocade-box","provider":"Blue Heron Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}