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Statue Hand Carved of root, representing 'Immortal Li', Qing Dynasty era, China

About the Item

A beautifully and completely hand crafted and carved from a root, the Holy man, Immortal Li. A complement to the space it finds itself. The hermit Li Tieguai by Huang Shen, 1757 Traditional Chinese 李鐵拐 Simplified Chinese 李铁拐 Transcriptions Li Tieguai (Chinese: 李鐵拐; lit. 'Iron Crutch Li') is a figure in Chinese folklore and one of the Eight Immortals in the Taoist pantheon. He is sometimes described as irascible and ill-tempered, but also benevolent to the poor, sick and the needy, whose suffering he alleviates with special medicine from his bottle gourd. He is often portrayed as an ugly old man with a dirty face, a scraggly beard, and messy hair held by a golden band. He walks with the aid of an iron crutch and often has a gourd slung over his shoulder or held in his hand.[1] He often is depicted as a clown figure who descends to earth in the form of a beggar[2] who uses his power to fight for the oppressed and needy,[3] and to heal others.[2] A wonderful compliment to a console or side table, and perhaps and Altar. he organic nature is an asset to any space. Please note that the platform’s price guidance tool may not accurately reflect the value of our items. We take great pride in offering competitively priced, high-quality pieces that often include additional premium materials and expert craftsmanship. If you have any questions about descriptions, pricing, or provenance, feel free to reach out for more details.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Blackened,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. this piece could use a stand, but will stand easily against something.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Darren Ransdell Design - Immortal Li Carving1stDibs: LU908344935392

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