A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century

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  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
  • A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century


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ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
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A Chinese lacquer mirror and a carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy, Ming Dynasty, early 18th century
the front is carved and applied with hardstone birds and flaming clouds, centred by a lug handle and a Chinese carved soapstone figure of a recumbent boy. The small boy, supporting a headrest in his left arm, his right hand resting on his knee, his robe lightly carved with flowers
(2)
(1) Carving height: 3,4cm; length: 6cm; (2) Mirror diameter: 14cm

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Property of an Oriental Collector.



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