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June 10, 2013

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LOT 337

Lot 337

Large Gilt and Red Lacquered Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Qing Dynasty

Large Gilt and Red Lacquered Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Qing Dynasty
Lot 337 Details
Large Gilt and Red Lacquered Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Qing Dynasty

Intricately rendered in the form of Guanyin riding a muscular Buddhist lion with its tail upturned, the deity seated with one leg raised and the other pendant while carrying a beaded necklace in her visible hand, the other covered by the heavy robes cascading into elaborate folds patterned with leaves, the whole group raised on a rocky plinth. Wood stand carved to mimic rockery with branches of pine along the front
height 14.6" — 37 cm.

Estimate $8,000-$12,000

Realised: $9,000
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Large Gilt and Red Lacquered Soapstone Figure of Guanyin, Qing Dynasty
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 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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