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Korea Ancient Stone Guardian Figure, Early Joseon Dynasty, 1450 AD

Price:$6,800

About the Item

Korea ancient stone guardian figure, early Joseon dynasty, 1450 AD Dimensions: 32 inches tall and 11 inches wide This fine old East Asian rarity was discovered by one of our network during this past year residing in a Japanese garden near Kyoto, in place there no doubt for many decades, These statues rarely come to market particularly the earliest 500-600 year old examples like this one. We are honored and fortunate to make it available. Hand-carved. Dark old patina. Only one available 600 years of age. History of Korea's Joseon Kingdom, 1392-1910: The Kingdom of Joseon also Choson, Choson, Chosun was a Korean kingdom founded by Yi Seonggye that lasted for approximately five centuries, from July 1392 to August 1910. It was officially renamed the Korean Empire in October 1897. Taejo Lee Sung-gye founded Joseon (July 1392 - August 1910) Joseon became the last dynasty of Korea, the longest lasting Confucian dynasty in history. Shortly following the declaration of the Korean Empire in 1897, the dynasty ended with the Japanese annexation in 1910. Provenance: very old Kyoto area garden collection These scarce sculpture would make an ideal conversational choice for any intimate indoor or outdoor installation. Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity: All of our Asian works of art come with our Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee. Our gallery has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. We are members of NAJGA- North American Japanese Garden Association. We are members of the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese stone garden ornaments.

Dimensions:
Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Granite,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Korea
Period:
15th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
1450
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU128927838753

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