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Material: Zitan
Chinese Carved Zitan Figure of a Bodhisattva, Qing Dynasty
Located in Austin, TX
A finely carved Chinese zitan wood figure of an unidentified bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900, China. The androgynous figure has a plump, almost matronly face, with downcast eyes and a gentle smile. The hair in long tresses, gathered and tied in a high chignon. The enlightened being is portrayed seated in dhyanasana, bare feet resting on crossed legs, both soles pointing up. Thick robes billow and drape around the full figured body. The hands display...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Zitan Decorative Objects

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Lapis Lazuli

Chinese Zitan Brush Pot with Soapstone Inlay, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a brush pot, or bitong, was an essential fixture of the scholars' desk. This beautif...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Zitan Decorative Objects

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Soapstone

Antique Chinese Elaborately Relief Carved Glove Box W/ Original Hinges and Lock
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese elaborately Relief carved glove box with original hinges and lock, no key, no damage or cracks, 9 ¾” w. x 3 ¾” d x 3” h. Notes: Very good condition  
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19th Century Chinese Antique Zitan Decorative Objects

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Zitan

Antique 19th Century a Chinese Zitan Box
Located in Norton, MA
A truly fine hand-made, Chinese Zitan box. The top-ranking quality and precious material among all wood species in the world.  
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19th Century Chinese Antique Zitan Decorative Objects

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Zitan

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