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Lot 178
A Chinese Ming Dynasty Bronze Ascetic Figure
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Ming dynasty (1368-1644), a finely cast figure with emaciated body, exposed ribcage and bones on his back, he has a very expressive face and he grasps his loose dhoti cloth with both hands, his robe is painted with clouds and a key motif, it is unusual to find a Chinese ascetic figure standing, most often they are depicted seated.

6.75 in.

Rubbing and wear to surface with some loss.

$500 - 1,000