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A MAGNIFICENT EARLY IVORY FIGURE

China, Late Ming/ early Qing Dynasty (17th/18th century)

The figure is elaborately carved in the form of Guanyin seated in the position of "Royal Ease", with the two arms extended to hold a raised knee. The head is carved from a separate piece and the wooden base has been secured with a screw and bolt.

H: 10 1/2in. (26.5cm.)

Provenance: Charles Greenfield, New York

Ref. SA370

Condition: overall in good condition, the surface with a beautiful patina and age cracks. There is a small repair to the fingers on one hand.

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A MAGNIFICENT EARLY IVORY FIGURE

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