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I am an artist who has lived in Los Angeles, New York City and, now, northern California. My initial interest in art was provoked by the Asian collection at the Seattle Art Museum when I was in high school, and it has continued to this day. I am not a collector, merely an admirer who has picked up the odd scroll, print or seal. Seals especially have engaged a deep involvement and I welcome this opportunity to share. For my own primarily sculptural works please visit my website lorenmadsen.com.

A square, red columnar seal, impressions on both ends


Dimensions: 3"h x .87"w x .87"l
Studio name: Guan Shan
Given name: Huang Can (?)
Inscription: (something like...) East Mountain... White waves scatter across the river, the color of the water connecting itself with the sky.
Impression: Top: shui yun xian, tranquil water cloud
Bottom: ji xiang da shou, lucky, auspicious, great longevity

I include here the working sheet for the translation of the side inscription. Writing on stone is difficult, and often leaves characters somewhat obscure. Feel free to make suggestions.