W S Hoong (1933-2005)
Set of three marble seals; two for the The Queen and one for The Duke of Edinburgh 1989
Marble | 24.3 x 13.4 x 13.4 cm (whole object) | RCIN 45118
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A set of three marble seals (one large and two small) of upright rectangular shape, the larger crowned by a Chinese guardian lion, and the smaller pair with dragons, in a red plush box. Large seal fits in a loose perspex cover which rests on a square plinth with moulded cornice and base. The two small seals are personal, one for Queen Elizabeth II, the other for Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. The larger seal is for the Head of State.
Seal engraving is considered a form of calligraphy in East Asia and every seal is unique to the individual it represents.
Provenance
Presented to Queen Elizabeth II by President Wee Kim Wee of Singapore during her State Visit to Singapore, 9–11 October 1989.
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Marble
Measurements
24.3 x 13.4 x 13.4 cm (whole object)
Object type(s)
Alternative title(s)
Set of seals
Place of Production
Singapore
