Antique Chinese | “Devil’s Work” Puzzle Ball | Multi-Sphere Carving | 19th–20th Century

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  • Ancient Chinese carved puzzle ball with dragon and cloud motifs on a black wooden stand against a beige background.
  • Ancient Chinese multi-layer carved puzzle ball with dragons displayed on a black carved stand against a white background.
  • Chinese antique puzzle ball featuring intricate dragon carving on a black wooden stand against a white background.
  • Late Qing Dynasty carved puzzle ball with layered spheres and dragon motifs on a black stand against a white background.
  • Hand-carved Chinese dragon puzzle ball with pierced latticework displayed on a black wooden stand against a white background.
  • Chinese antique puzzle ball with detailed dragon and cloud carvings on a black carved stand against a white background.
  • Late Qing carved multi-layer puzzle sphere with dragon designs displayed on a black stand against a white background.
  • Chinese carved puzzle ball showing dragon relief work and inner rotating spheres on a black stand against a white background.
Ancient Chinese carved puzzle ball with dragon and cloud motifs on a black wooden stand against a beige background.
Ancient Chinese multi-layer carved puzzle ball with dragons displayed on a black carved stand against a white background.
Chinese antique puzzle ball featuring intricate dragon carving on a black wooden stand against a white background.
Late Qing Dynasty carved puzzle ball with layered spheres and dragon motifs on a black stand against a white background.
Hand-carved Chinese dragon puzzle ball with pierced latticework displayed on a black wooden stand against a white background.
Chinese antique puzzle ball with detailed dragon and cloud carvings on a black carved stand against a white background.
Late Qing carved multi-layer puzzle sphere with dragon designs displayed on a black stand against a white background.
Chinese carved puzzle ball showing dragon relief work and inner rotating spheres on a black stand against a white background.

Antique Chinese | “Devil’s Work” Puzzle Ball | Multi-Sphere Carving | 19th–20th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: China
Material: Hand-carved bovine bone or fruitwood (based on appearance)
Period: Late 19th–Early 20th Century (Late Qing / Republic Period)

Description
This finely carved Chinese multi-layer puzzle ball—often called a “Devil’s Work Ball”—is an outstanding example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The exterior sphere features detailed dragons, cloud-scroll motifs, and pierced latticework, all carved with remarkable depth and precision. Inside, multiple inner globes rotate freely, each carved from the same solid block without joints or seams. The piece is presented on a carved wooden stand with scrolling decorative feet, enhancing its aesthetic and display value.

Features

- Authentic Chinese multi-layer puzzle ball carved from a single piece

- Dragon, cloud-scroll, and lattice motifs on the outer sphere

- Multiple inner spheres, each independently movable

- Intricate hand-carving demonstrating advanced late-Qing/Republic craftsmanship

- Mounted on a carved wooden display stand

Cultural Significance
Puzzle balls have long been admired in China as symbols of wisdom, harmony, and technical mastery. The dragon represents power, protection, and auspicious fortune, while the nested spheres embody unity within complexity. These intricate objects were traditionally gifted, used for contemplation, or displayed as demonstrations of extraordinary carving skill, often requiring weeks or months to complete.

Condition
Excellent antique condition with crisp carving and natural patina consistent with age. Inner spheres rotate properly. Wooden stand in good condition with minor wear appropriate to age.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Puzzle Ball Diameter: 3.5 in
Height with Stand: 4 in

Age
Late 19th–Early 20th Century (Late Qing / Republic Period)

Learn More

Explore the intricate craftsmanship and symbolic depth behind traditional Chinese multi-sphere puzzle balls: The Chinese Puzzle Ball – Heritage Asian Art

Discover additional Qing and Republic-period carvings and relics in our collection: Ancient Chinese Artifacts & Imperial Relics – Relic And Rarity

Descripción

Historical Context & Origin

Region: China
Material: Hand-carved bovine bone or fruitwood (based on appearance)
Period: Late 19th–Early 20th Century (Late Qing / Republic Period)

Description
This finely carved Chinese multi-layer puzzle ball—often called a “Devil’s Work Ball”—is an outstanding example of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The exterior sphere features detailed dragons, cloud-scroll motifs, and pierced latticework, all carved with remarkable depth and precision. Inside, multiple inner globes rotate freely, each carved from the same solid block without joints or seams. The piece is presented on a carved wooden stand with scrolling decorative feet, enhancing its aesthetic and display value.

Features

- Authentic Chinese multi-layer puzzle ball carved from a single piece

- Dragon, cloud-scroll, and lattice motifs on the outer sphere

- Multiple inner spheres, each independently movable

- Intricate hand-carving demonstrating advanced late-Qing/Republic craftsmanship

- Mounted on a carved wooden display stand

Cultural Significance
Puzzle balls have long been admired in China as symbols of wisdom, harmony, and technical mastery. The dragon represents power, protection, and auspicious fortune, while the nested spheres embody unity within complexity. These intricate objects were traditionally gifted, used for contemplation, or displayed as demonstrations of extraordinary carving skill, often requiring weeks or months to complete.

Condition
Excellent antique condition with crisp carving and natural patina consistent with age. Inner spheres rotate properly. Wooden stand in good condition with minor wear appropriate to age.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Puzzle Ball Diameter: 3.5 in
Height with Stand: 4 in

Age
Late 19th–Early 20th Century (Late Qing / Republic Period)

Learn More

Explore the intricate craftsmanship and symbolic depth behind traditional Chinese multi-sphere puzzle balls: The Chinese Puzzle Ball – Heritage Asian Art

Discover additional Qing and Republic-period carvings and relics in our collection: Ancient Chinese Artifacts & Imperial Relics – Relic And Rarity

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