N/A Vintage hand-carved serpentine stone Foo Dog Covered box 9.5" long

Vintage hand-carved Chinese covered box in the formof a pair of guardian Foo Dogs( Guardian Lions) This is a Substantial carved stone box measuring approximately 9.5 inches long and weighs an impressive 4lbs4oz. The ston has an attractive natural cream, tan and brown veining.based on its density, polish and apprarance it is believed to be Serpentine stone ( exact stone has not been gemologically tested) The lid features an attraactive ipenwork geometric medallion motif and the detailed hand carvint extens around the entire piece. please review all photos for exact condition of the item