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19th C. Chinese Stone Carved Daoist Immortal
19th C. Chinese Stone Carved Daoist Immortal
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**Originally Listed At $300**

East Asia, China, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A beautifully carved piece of lustrous, white stone, sculpted into a figure of a Daoist immortal. The Eight Immortals, known as Xian, are legendary in Chinese mythology, both revered by the Daoists (Taoists) and popular in secular culture. This example stands, dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, with an elaborate topknot. At the figure's feet are a heron-like bird and a small deer. Size: 4.5" W x 9.15" H (11.4 cm x 23.2 cm)

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection

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Condition
Repair to one side of head, only visible on the back of the piece. Light areas of encrustation, mainly in the lower profile parts of the piece. Old collection sticker on underside.
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19th C. Chinese Stone Carved Daoist Immortal

Estimate $550 - $825
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Starting Price $275
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