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THE PROPERTY OF A GENTLEMAN
2987
A TIANHUANG FIGURE OF GUANYIN
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
The figure is modelled seated with the right leg crossed in half
lotus position and the left pendent, wearing long robes falling
in thick folds, with one hand holding a scroll and the other
resting upon the right knee. The stone is of a caramel tone. The
accompanying brocade box was signed by Ono Shozan, who
viewed and praised the figure.
3 in. (8.9 cm.) high, zitan stand, box, 83g
HK$1,800,000-2,600,000 US$240,000-330,000
Ono Shozan (1880-1952) was a prestigious Japanese
sinologist and calligrapher, who was well-known for his
knowledge of the Four Treasures of the Study. He appraised
artworks for and worked with noble families and private
collectors.
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