Ａ group of eight soapstone seals with lion finials

Chinese Works of Art
A group of eight soapstone seals with animal finials
Late Qing/Republic period
Consisting of four pair of similar shape comprised of tall square plinths with uncarved seal faces and surmounted by recumbent beasts; the first pair of yellowish cream color and surmounted by lion dog and cub figural groups; the second pair of milky gray color with water buffalo finials; the third pair of yellowish brown color surmounted by recumbent African lion finials; the fourth of strawberry and cream color surmounted by reticulated dragon and pearl finials (chips).
3 5/8in (9.2cm) height of last and tallest pair (8).