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Pair of Chinese Stone Finials with Peaches and Persimmons, 17th/18th Century

About the Item

Over four hundred years ago, these rare stone finials once adorned the garden or courtyard of a traditional Qing-dynasty home. Hand-carved in Shanxi province, they offer a rare glimpse of a bygone era, as many historic buildings in China have been torn down to make way for new construction. Each finial is carved to resemble a bountiful pile of ripe fruit - one with peaches, symbols of immortality, and one with persimmons, symbols of luck and good fortune. Whether flanking a doorway or tucked within the lush greenery of a mature garden, these stone sculptures bring a bit of magic and wonder to any space.

Dimensions:
Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Diameter: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Ming (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Limestone,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
18th Century
Date of Manufacture:
17th/18th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Chicago, IL
Reference Number:
Seller: R1351stDibs: LU820010660003

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