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Pair Chinese Antique Stone Statues Bookends Boy and Buffalo
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About the Item
This large, remarkable pair of solid stone statues/bookends showcases masterful craftsmanship and artistry, each piece meticulously carved. The top portion presents a vivid pastoral scene: a lifelike buffalo rendered with exceptional anatomical precision, its powerful form fully realized in stone, from the strong legs and muscular haunches to the bulging eyes, flared nostrils, and robust mouth. Atop the buffalo rides a young boy, while beside them a farmer approaches, rope in hand, gently guiding the animal—a gesture of quiet command and timeless rural rhythm. The buffalo's head is turned toward the farmer, forming a moment of visual dialogue that radiates harmony and natural balance. This idyllic image, deeply rooted in traditional Chinese culture, embodies themes of prosperity, leisure, and contentment with the land—an enduring symbol beloved since ancient times.
Beneath the narrative scene, the lower half of each statue is finely incised with scrolling peony blossoms and foliage—motifs traditionally associated with wealth and goof fortune, as well as bamboos, symbols of advancement. The decorative base complements and enhances the pastoral scene above, uniting the overall composition in both form and symbolism.
Weighing an impressive 10 pounds, these statues will anchor your library or study with both gravitas and grace, while their heirloom-quality will bring elegance, cultural richness, and artistic depth to any refined interior. Dimension is for each statue.
- Dimensions:Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Qing (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Somis, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: 57441stDibs: LU2957345614482
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