Extremely finely carved Stone Carving of a Man and Lady Seated on an Ox holding Manuscript- - Stone - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
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Extremely finely carved stone sculpture of a man and a lady seated on an ox holding a manuscript, Qing Dynasty (18th/19th century), China, carved from red and white Shoushan stone, 12 cm wide by 10 cm long, not signed and in good condition with minor wear.
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A lovely antique Chinese soapstone carving, depicting an extremely finely carved seated Man and Lady Seated on an Ox holding a Manuscript, wearing long gowns. Executed in a nice red and white stone with some agate/jadeite tones; typical for the valuable Shoushan stone; of we believe this piece is made. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China, during the Qing dynasty (18th/19th Century). On the bottom fitted on a nicely sculpted base. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. Please note all the extremely fine carving, even on the bottom.
Provenance: Kunsthandel Klefisch. Including tailor-made wooden stand
Length: 10,0 centimeter
Condition: The object is in overall good condition, minor wear over the centuries, the heads seem to be re-attached. 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 lovely antique Chinese soapstone carving, depicting an extremely finely carved seated Man and Lady Seated on an Ox holding a Manuscript, wearing long gowns. Executed in a nice red and white stone with some agate/jadeite tones; typical for the valuable Shoushan stone; of we believe this piece is made. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China, during the Qing dynasty (18th/19th Century). On the bottom fitted on a nicely sculpted base. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. Please note all the extremely fine carving, even on the bottom.
Provenance: Kunsthandel Klefisch. Including tailor-made wooden stand
Length: 10,0 centimeter
Condition: The object is in overall good condition, minor wear over the centuries, the heads seem to be re-attached. 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
Manufacturer/ Brand
18th/19th Century
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of Origin
China
Material
Stone
Title of artwork
Extremely finely carved Stone Carving of a Man and Lady Seated on an Ox holding Manuscript-
Dynastic Style/Period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
0 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
0 cm
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