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19th Century Chinese Carved Wooden Altar God

$1,100
£836.94
€964.32
CA$1,561.66
A$1,675.38
CHF 898.64
MX$20,171.32
NOK 11,328.39
SEK 10,329.92
DKK 7,204.79

About the Item

This Ching Dynasty carved polychrome seated Taoist altar god was once used on the family altar to honor their ancestors. Ancestor worship plays a major role in Chinese religion. This beautifully carved figure is rich with character from a century of use with wonder signs of wear. The darken patina is created through years of burning of incense with the original polychrome painting still shining through. The back of the figure has a carved slot which that holds a small compartment for written prayers.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Paint,Wood,Hand-Carved
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945030470342

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