A Chinese soapstone carving

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A Chinese soapstone carving
of an emaciated bearded man, reclining against rockwork holding a gourd and a bat, a Buddhistic lion to his side -- 3¾in. (9.5cm.) long; and a further carving of a couple seated wearing flowing robes and hats, the male holding a box -- 3½in. (8.9cm) long. (2)

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