Chinese antique ivory statue of a Chinese lady with peony roses. The peony is among the longest-used flowers in Eastern culture, it is a traditional floral symbol of China, where the Paeonia suffruticosa is called 牡丹 (mǔdān). It is also known as 富貴花 (fùguìhuā) "flower of riches and honour" or 花王 (huawang) "king of the flowers", and is used symbolically in Chinese art. Dimensions: height 31 cm without wooden plinth 3,5 cm, total; 34,5 cm Depth 5 cm Width 6,5 cm. Weight: 930 grams. Statue is without damages, wooden plinth shows small marks. Please see the pictures to get the proper impression. The statue was fabricated between 1920 – 1940 in China, and is permitted according to CITES regulation. The object will be accompanied by a Certificate from physical inspection by Mr. F.H.A.M.Boulanger , Certified and registered antiques valuer. Shipping only within Europe,