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Pair Chinese Export Famille Rose Figures of Immortals, 18th Century, China

$3,800per set
£2,905.30per set
€3,346.32per set
CA$5,324.97per set
A$5,944.82per set
CHF 3,115per set
MX$72,770.47per set
NOK 39,560.50per set
SEK 37,300.53per set
DKK 24,973.94per set
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A near pair of Chinese export porcelain figures of the Taoist immortal Li Tieguai, Qing Dynasty, late 18th century, China. The Daoist Immortal Li Tieguai, on of the Eight Immortals, and known as "Iron Crutch" Li, is revered for healing the sick and providing for the less fortunate. Here is portrayed as a a heavily bearded figure with exaggerated features, including comically large ears and bushy brows, bulging eyes, and a fantastic mustache and beard. Li Tieguai can be identified by the crutch he carries by his side, and the double gourd he holds in his raised hand. The figures of Li Tieguai have been modeled in porcelain, and decorated with bright and vibrant famille rose enamels of black, pink, turquoise, green and yellow.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Repaired: One figure with a repair to the ornament on his head, as seen in photos. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. One figure with a repair to the ornament on his head. The other figure with degradation to the glaze.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU89479786661

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