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26-MAR-2006

ring.jpg

A few years ago I decided to collect Chinese "chops" or stone seals.
That collection didn't go very far. I think I've got 4.
This chop is a ring to be worn on your finger.

Maybe you've seen on Oriental paintings, the small red signature
in the lower corner or to the side? It's done with a hand carved stone like these,
dipped in sumie ink or watercolor.
Also, I think they were used for signatures on documents.

Canon PowerShot SD400
1/15s f/2.8 at 5.8mm full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
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Guest 26-Mar-2006 02:53
I've never see these before...how very interesting! Excellent macro, btw.
Guest 26-Mar-2006 01:50
I've never heard of these, probably quite difficult to collect I would think!? nice shot, well lit!