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LOT 2274

Large Chinese Ming Limestone Courtier Statue

MING DYNASTY, 1368-1644 A.D. OR LATER

40 1/2 in. (144 kg, 1.03 m).

Modelled in the round standing figure of a courtier wearing a floor-length sleeved gown over his robe, bearded head with stern expression, pillar-box cap with folded brim detailing, decorative hem to the outer garment; the arms held before the body with folded back bell-sleeves supporting a cloth-covered container.

Provenance

Ex Hong Kong collection, 1990s.
From a London, UK, collection.

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LOT 2274

Large Chinese Ming Limestone Courtier Statue

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

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