A CHINESE PORCELAIN WIRED LAMP ON A ORMOLU BASE, QING DYNASTY, LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH

a chinese porcelain, with converted base, figure of jolly man, with his tongue out, two tiny buns, dressed in yellow floral pants, with a black and green tunic, tied with a yellow rope, he stands in black boots with his right hand up holding a lantern with brass detailing and porcelain flowers, he stands on a grassy plinth on a ormolu plinth; overall height: 32 cm (12 5/8 in.)

CONDITION
In age-appropriate condition. Overall surface dust, most notably around his mouth, hands and feet. Uneven texture and paint loss visible on his tunic. Should be noted that the lamp is wired but not in working condition. Inspection under UV shows retouching to his tongue and above his right hand to his tunic.

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