Asian Art Auction

December 01, 2014

LOT 113

Lot 113

Hardstone Inlay Panel of Zhu Bajie, Mid-20th Century

Hardstone Inlay Panel of Zhu Bajie, Mid-20th Century
Lot 113 Details
Hardstone Inlay Panel of Zhu Bajie, Mid-20th Century

The half-pig, half-human warrior made of multiple pieces of polychromed soapstone and holding his trademark ‘nine-toothed rake’
panel 42.5" x 36.6" — 108 x 93 cm.

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $1,353
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Zhu Baijie is one of the three helpers of the monkey king, and in English translations of ‘Journey to the West’, he is sometimes known as ‘Pigsy’.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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