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MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
Details
A SMALL IVORY FIGURE OF SHOULAO
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
Shoulao is carved in a seated position with a characteristic tall forehead and downcast eyes. He holds a staff in his left hand, while his right hand rests upon his knee. He is dressed in long flowing robes tied at the waist.
5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) high
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644)
Shoulao is carved in a seated position with a characteristic tall forehead and downcast eyes. He holds a staff in his left hand, while his right hand rests upon his knee. He is dressed in long flowing robes tied at the waist.
5 1/8 in. (13 cm.) high
Provenance
With Linart Ltd., 9 June 1995.
Collection of Francis Golding (1944-2013).
Collection of Francis Golding (1944-2013).
Special notice
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