{"product_id":"chinees-speksteen-beeld-onbevreesdheid-kracht","title":"Vintage Chinese Soapstone Statue – Heavenly Lady with Lotus (He Xiangu)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship in detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power of this sculpture lies in the details that only become visible upon close study. Our macro shots show the authentic traces of the craft: the razor-fine cutting lines and subtle chisel marks of the artist who manually freed this piece from the stone. Unlike machine-produced replicas, this sculpture tells a story of patience and precision. The soft, waxy sheen of the polished stone emphasizes the natural quality of the soapstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterial and Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soapstone (steatite) used displays a brilliant palette of natural colors. The lady's flowing, celadon-green robes transition into a robust, earthy base with rust-brown oxidation inclusions, confirming the authenticity of the natural material. Small imperfections and variations in the stone structure make this a unique \"one-of-a-kind\" specimen.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbolism of the Lotus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe depicted figure is He Xiangu, the only female immortal in the Taoist tradition. The lotus she carries symbolizes transformation and spiritual awakening: the flower that blooms immaculately above the murky water. Her calm countenance and the dynamic lines of her robe radiate a timeless serenity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eObject type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-carved stone sculpture on integrated base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepiction:\u003c\/b\u003e He Xiangu (Immortal with lotus)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid, hand-carved soapstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDating:\u003c\/b\u003e Vintage (mid-20th century)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 25.5 cm (height) x 10.5 cm (width)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.2 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e Visible manual tool marks and natural mineral inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eValue \u0026 Intention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEstimated Gallery Value:\u003c\/b\u003e € 150 to € 195\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntention Category:\u003c\/b\u003e IX. Transformation (Spiritual Growth)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSymbolicity:\u003c\/b\u003e The lotus reminds us of the power of inner growth and overcoming obstacles on the path of life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57219517874507,"sku":"560","price":149.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antiek-indiaas-tempelpaneel-lakshmi-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1777981139","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/chinese-soapstone-statue-fearlessness-strength","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}