Figure - Antica Scultura Cinese in Turchese Intagliato – XX Secolo - turquoise - China

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Antique Chinese Carved Turquoise Sculpture – 20th Century

Description of the Item:
Splendid and refined Chinese sculpture in authentic natural turquoise, dating to the first half of the 20th century (Republic/late Qing period). The piece is a magnificent example of high Eastern craftsmanship and is masterfully hand-carved from a single block of mineral.
It depicts a graceful traditional female figure (court girl / immortal deity) adorned with flowing drapery, botanical details, and a finely carved bird at her side. The stone's color showcases a magnificent and vivid natural green-blue hue, enriched by structural veining that certifies its authenticity.
The sculpture is mounted on its contemporaneous base in exotic wood, finely pierced and hand-shaped with classic geometric motifs.

Technical Specifications:
• Material: Turquoise
• Support: Original carved and lacquered wooden base
• Overall height: Approximately 8.5 cm
• Overall weight: Approximately 30 g
• Era: China, 20th Century
• Condition: PERFECT CONDITION. No chips, no cracks from impact, and no structural restoration present. Sharp carving and preserved original patina.

Antique Chinese Carved Turquoise Sculpture – 20th Century

Description of the Item:
Splendid and refined Chinese sculpture in authentic natural turquoise, dating to the first half of the 20th century (Republic/late Qing period). The piece is a magnificent example of high Eastern craftsmanship and is masterfully hand-carved from a single block of mineral.
It depicts a graceful traditional female figure (court girl / immortal deity) adorned with flowing drapery, botanical details, and a finely carved bird at her side. The stone's color showcases a magnificent and vivid natural green-blue hue, enriched by structural veining that certifies its authenticity.
The sculpture is mounted on its contemporaneous base in exotic wood, finely pierced and hand-shaped with classic geometric motifs.

Technical Specifications:
• Material: Turquoise
• Support: Original carved and lacquered wooden base
• Overall height: Approximately 8.5 cm
• Overall weight: Approximately 30 g
• Era: China, 20th Century
• Condition: PERFECT CONDITION. No chips, no cracks from impact, and no structural restoration present. Sharp carving and preserved original patina.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
40 g
Number of objects
1
Title
Antica Scultura Cinese in Turchese Intagliato – XX Secolo
Country of origin
China
Material
turquoise
Condition
As new - unused
Height
8 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
ItalyVerified
Private

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