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20th Century Chinese Wooden Carved Tieguai Li

$995
£757.80
€873.48
CA$1,392
A$1,564.51
CHF 814.76
MX$19,028.36
NOK 10,425.82
SEK 9,886.75
DKK 6,519.05
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Up for sale is a magnificent vintage Chinese Wood Carved Tieguai Li Statuary. It is all hand made and hand carved from boxwood. According to legend, after Tieguai Li becoming an immortal, he specialized in pharmacology and made an ointment specially designed to treat rheumatism and bone pain. He benefited the countryside and saved all human beings. He was deeply supported by the people and was named the "King of Medicine". Among the Eight Immortals, Tieguai Li is the oldest and most senior. According to folklore, he is the first of the Eight Immortals. You can see from the pictures that it is in many years history with some age wears other than that it is in very good vintage condition. Size: 14.5in H x 6in W x 5in D Origin: China Circa: 1950s Material: Boxwood Condition: Original condition, hand carved, normal age wear. Disclaimer: Due to differences in monitor/screen settings, product colors may differ slightly between product photos and the physical product.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the additional pictures for the detailed condition and contact us if you have any questions.
  • Seller Location:
    Pomona, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 24LP0591stDibs: LU6983240379712

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