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Lot 37

A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
Lot 37 Details
A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

明 十六/十七世纪 铜真武大帝坐像

The warrior god seated on a throne, his elaborate robes covering ornate armour depicting a large sinuous dragon, a partial Tongbao cash coin embedded on the back, the four feet affixed to a hardwood base
overall height 19.7 in — 50 cm
321.5 oz. — 10000 grams

Estimate $6,000-$8,000

Realised: $5,750
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Large Bronze Figure of Zhenwu, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
Provenance:

Acquired from Blackamoor Antiques, Inc., New Orleans, LA, in September 1995
Janak Khendry Collection, Toronto
来源：
1995年9月从路易斯安那州新奥尔良Blackamoor古董公司购得
珍纳克·亨德里私人珍藏 多伦多

Note:

Known as the ‘Perfect Warrior’, Zhenwu is an important figure in the Daoist pantheon of deities. He is often seen as the protector of the state and the Imperial family. His symbol is the snake and tortoise.

Compare with an example from Bonhams London, May 11, 2021, lot 171, price realised 6,375 GBP
相同年份更小尺寸一例请参考伦敦邦瀚斯2021年5月11日，拍品编号171，售价£6,375英镑
https://bonhams.com/auction/26397/lot/171/a-large-bronze-figure-of-zhenwu-16th17th-century/

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