Lot Essay
For a very similar example, see P.J. Donnelly, Blanc de Chine, London, 1969, p. 171, fig. 98-A.
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LATE 17TH CENTURY
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A Chinese blanc-de-chine figure of Guandi
Late 17th Century
The Daoist God of War seated on a horse, supported by a central trunk support allowing the horse to lift one leg, dressed in a long robe exposing his armour and military boots, his ferocious face with apertures for facial hair, some damage and repair
20.5 cm. high
Late 17th Century
The Daoist God of War seated on a horse, supported by a central trunk support allowing the horse to lift one leg, dressed in a long robe exposing his armour and military boots, his ferocious face with apertures for facial hair, some damage and repair
20.5 cm. high
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