Hand carved from a single section of dense, deep red native hardwood. The standing figure of Li Tieguai, (Iron Crutch Li), is accompanied by tigers and a Kilin. The immortal holds a peach in the left hand - the right grips his 'gnarled' staff. The integral plinth is of rocky form. Height - 17 15/16" (456mm). Weight - 1,439 grams. Condition - Very Good. No chips or cracks - no restoration. Fine natural colour and patina. Internal Ref: JA 1002
A Finely Carved Japanese Late Meiji Period Carved Hardwood Figure of the Immortal, Li Tieguai.
Price
£245
| $304 USD | €290 EUR
Item Ref
JA 1002
Description
Hand carved from a single section of dense, deep red native hardwood. The standing figure of Li Tieguai, (Iron Crutch Li), is accompanied by tigers and a Kilin. The immortal holds a peach in the left hand - the right grips his 'gnarled' staff. The integral plinth is of rocky form. Height - 17 15/16" (456mm). Weight - 1,439 grams. Condition - Very Good. No chips or cracks - no restoration. Fine natural colour and patina. Internal Ref: JA 1002