Large Wenchang Wang wearing a long Gawn with Dragon Robe - Museum Quality - Dehua, Fujian Kilns - Porcelain - China - Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

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Estimate  € 900 - € 1,000
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Description from the seller

A magnificent large antique Chinese high quality porcelain statue depicting a seated immortal god of literature Wenchang Wang wearing a long Gawn, holding a belt. Under the belt is a dragon robe visible. Many details in his face and adornments, absolute top quality.
Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Ming dynasty, ca. 1600-1650 . On the bottom nicely shaped square throne, with high base (typical for Ming Dynasty pieces), showing age and material. Guaranteed original and of the stated period.

Height: 24,0 centimeter

Condition: The object is in perfect condition, worthy for display in a museum; no damages or restorations. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light.

Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.

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A magnificent large antique Chinese high quality porcelain statue depicting a seated immortal god of literature Wenchang Wang wearing a long Gawn, holding a belt. Under the belt is a dragon robe visible. Many details in his face and adornments, absolute top quality.
Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Ming dynasty, ca. 1600-1650 . On the bottom nicely shaped square throne, with high base (typical for Ming Dynasty pieces), showing age and material. Guaranteed original and of the stated period.

Height: 24,0 centimeter

Condition: The object is in perfect condition, worthy for display in a museum; no damages or restorations. The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light.

Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand.

Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
China
Material
Porcelain
Title of artwork
Large Wenchang Wang wearing a long Gawn with Dragon Robe - Museum Quality - Dehua, Fujian Kilns
Dynastic style/period
Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Signature
Hand signed
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
24 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
24 cm
The NetherlandsVerified
9975
Objects sold
99.17%
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