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19th Century Chinese Bronze Dancing Figure

About the Item

The charming figure done completely in the lost wax method is in a primitive naive style. The male figure is dancing excitedly on a rocky outcrop. His costume of a loose-fitting coat with long flared sleeves flying in space as he dances reveals his large potbelly while his loose-fitting shift girdled at the waist with a large belt flips up to show his legs and bare feet as he dances. The figure is suspended on one leg as he moves and his face is animated and happy. The head is cast separately so that his wild hair and beard are free from the body castings. The clothing is decorated with traditional emblems most often seen on ancient Chinese ritual bronzes, while his hat looks very much like an upside-down lotus leaf. After casting the piece has had a number of applied elements to give it detail as well as chasing and engraving but all still attempting to have an overall appearance of the naivety which permeates the whole. The color of the patina is deep and rich with a nice low luster.

Dimensions:

Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze

Place of Origin:

China

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1880

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. The color is rich and deep and the peice shows age but has not been cleaned or waxed in keeping with its rusticated feeling.

Seller Location:

Hudson, NY

Reference Number:

1stDibs: 1301038113957

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