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A large Fahua figure of a Daoist deity — 明十五/十六世紀 琺華道教神仙坐像

A large Fahua figure of a Daoist deity

明十五/十六世紀 琺華道教神仙坐像

This large Fahua figure of a Daoist deity (明十五/十六世紀 琺華道教神仙坐像) from the 15th or 16th century demonstrates the sophisticated ceramic techniques of Ming dynasty China. The seated figure exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and religious significance of Daoist iconography in Chinese decorative arts.

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A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Part 3

November 1, 2022

Estimate: $15,000$25,000

Lot 42

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A large Fahua figure of a Daoist deity, 明十五/十六世紀 琺華道教神仙坐像

This large Fahua figure of a Daoist deity (明十五/十六世紀 琺華道教神仙坐像) from the 15th or 16th century demonstrates the sophisticated ceramic techniques of Ming dynasty China. The seated figure exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and religious significance of Daoist iconography in Chinese decorative arts.

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Related themes

Daoist, Fahua, Deity, Sculpture, Ming Dynasty, Polychrome, Ceramic, Chinese, Figurative, Religious Figure