“Chi” Paperweight In Traced-Gold

“Chi” Paperweight In Traced-Gold

“Chi” is a hornless dragon in ancient legend. Due to its strong and powerful body shape, Chi’s designs are easily found in royal architectures. 

This master piece in study was made in Wei-Jin period. The paperweight is in tortuous body with high-lifted head, steady four claws and glittering scales, showing vigor and power. It is a rare bronze collection. 

No record tells when it was collected by royal family, however it was appreciated by many emperors of Qing Dynasty as it was always putting on the working desk of the emperor to do paper work and reading. As the dragon is the leader of animal, the paperweight also symbolizes the emperor’s power to govern the people. 

The original is collected by the Palace Museum. This is the replica.