UPCOMING LIVE AUCTION JUNE 22TH, 2023 - ASIAN ART
A bronze "celestial official" sculpture, Ming dynasty
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内容描述.
Bronze figure with patina and traces of pigments. It represents an official with Buddha-like features seated on a wooden base polychromed in black, like a throne. He is dressed in an elaborate ceremonial robe and headdress. He rests one hand close to his chest next to a decorative relief of the robe and the other on his lap. The face has a serene expression and is distinguished by a beard that falls on the neck. It shows a lot of wear due to its age.
Provenance: Private collection, England.
Height Buddha: 36 cm; Weight: 5625 g; Base sizes: 21 x 23 x 16 cm