拍賣筆記 vol.384 蘇富比香港2026：89.6萬港元售出，秦峰男，唐石雕坐獅像 - Sotheby’s HK, A Stone Carving Of A Lion, Tang Dynasty, Sold for HKD 896,000

小巧、憨厚、可愛。這件石雕氣勢磅礴，小中見大。深的藏家喜愛，將以數倍估價成交。

拍後更新：16倍低估價，90萬港元售出。

唐石雕坐獅像

A stone carving of a lion, Tang dynasty

Live auction begins on:

May 5, 02:00 PM HKT

Estimate

50,000 - 100,000 HKD

這件唐代石雕坐獅，可謂小巧而氣勢磅礴，小中見大之典範。高僅18.3厘米，卻自有一番震懾人心的雄渾氣度。體態敦實憨厚，神情可愛生動，刀法細膩老練，將大唐盛世的自信與從容，盡納於方寸之間。此類小型石獅，向來為資深藏家所鍾愛，拍場上常以數倍估價成交。

獅子形象自漢代經絲綢之路及佛教藝術傳入中土，至唐代因西域貢獅入宮，匠人得以親睹真容，逐漸形成寫實而雄健的獨特風格。此獅頭部比例碩大，杏眼圓睜，瞳孔深刻，鼻寬嘴張，利齒與捲舌畢現，鬃毛作螺旋渦紋，胸前短鬚微捲，四肢肌肉豐滿，爪牙鋒利，盡顯唐代石雕特有的雄強生動之態。雖尺寸玲瓏，卻姿態端嚴，威而不兇，猛中帶憨，兼具氣勢與親和之美。

在真正的藏家眼中，此類唐代石獅是寫實觀察與藝術提煉完美結合，方寸之間自成氣象。優質之作在市場上備受追捧，屢創佳績，實乃情理之中。

This Tang Dynasty stone carving of a seated lion embodies the very essence of “small yet grand.” Measuring only 18.3 cm in height, it nevertheless projects an imposing presence that commands attention. With its compact yet powerful form, honest and endearing expression, and meticulously carved details, the piece perfectly captures the confident spirit of the Tang dynasty. Such small-scale stone lions were among the most cherished categories for discerning collectors, often fetching multiples of their estimates at auction.

The image of the lion entered China through the Silk Road and Buddhist art. By the Tang period, with frequent tribute of actual lions from foreign lands, Chinese artisans had developed a mature and vivid interpretation. This example displays the classic Tang style: a large head in proportion to its body, wide almond-shaped eyes with deeply incised pupils, a broad nose, and an open mouth revealing sharp fangs and a curled tongue. The mane is rendered in distinctive swirling patterns, while the muscular limbs and prominent claws convey restrained strength. Though small in size, its posture is dignified and full of vitality, blending ferocity with an approachable charm that makes it both majestic and lovable.

In the eyes of serious collectors, such pieces represent far more than mere decorative objects. They are tangible embodiments of Tang cosmopolitanism and artistic excellence. The combination of realistic observation and stylized elegance gives these small lions an enduring appeal. It is no surprise that works of this quality regularly exceed expectations in the market, as they satisfy both the aesthetic demands and the historical appreciation of seasoned connoisseurs.