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A carved bamboo figure of Liu Hai and his three-legged toad — 十七/十八世紀 竹雕劉海戯金蟾

A carved bamboo figure of Liu Hai and his three-legged toad

十七/十八世紀 竹雕劉海戯金蟾

A carved bamboo figure depicting Liu Hai, a legendary Daoist immortal, playing with his three-legged golden toad. This 17th-18th century work combines religious symbolism with masterful bamboo carving craftsmanship.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

February 14, 2022

Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000

Lot 28

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A carved bamboo figure of Liu Hai and his three-legged toad, 十七/十八世紀 竹雕劉海戯金蟾

A carved bamboo figure depicting Liu Hai, a legendary Daoist immortal, playing with his three-legged golden toad. This 17th-18th century work combines religious symbolism with masterful bamboo carving craftsmanship.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Daoist, Immortals, Liu Hai, Chinese Sculpture, 18th Century, 17th Century, Bamboo Carving