A distinctive vintage hand-carved tiger made from natural rock crystal/quartz, featuring a bold traditional guardian-beast appearance.
The tiger is carved in a standing form with large expressive eyes, a wide toothy mouth, four legs, and a curled tail. Incised details along the body and back give the piece a strong folk-art character.
The natural crystal displays warm smoky-yellow tones together with visible internal inclusions, clouding, and natural fractures, giving each area of the carving its own character.
A horizontal hole passes through the upper portion of the carving, allowing it to be incorporated into a necklace, pendant, amulet, or other jewelry design.
In traditional Chinese culture, the tiger is associated with courage, strength, protection, and the warding off of negative influences, making tiger imagery a longstanding protective motif.
Details
• Material: Natural Rock Crystal / Quartz • Form: Tiger / Guardian Beast • Technique: Hand carved • Color: Clear to smoky golden / yellow tones • Hole: Drilled for stringing or suspension • Condition: Vintage condition with surface wear consistent with age and handling • Natural inclusions, internal fractures, clouding, and variations are present • Exact size and condition: Please refer to photos
