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Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese

$927.44
£695.17
€785
CA$1,274.15
A$1,422.46
CHF 745.35
MX$17,412.35
NOK 9,465.95
SEK 8,925.18
DKK 5,975.71
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About the Item

An exquisitely hand carved bone Chinese dignitary standing figure portraying a lavishly dressed bearded male. Difficult to date, in our opinion last quarter of the 19th century. Characterized by beautiful carved decorations, numerous details. A bird is perched on his left hand as he holds a sword, the other hand holding flowers. The carving is supported on a shaped polished hardwood base. Condition: This piece is in excellent condition, one “loop” on a shoe is missing, see image, the entire back view is a shade darker than the front. This piece is unmarked. Measures: Height (entire) 9.75" (24.5cm), width (at base) 2.75” 7cm), depth (at base) 1.75” (4.5cm). Location: Dublin City, Ireland.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1875-1908
  • Condition:
    Please read full Condition Report within listing.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5035218018731

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