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Chinese Figure Cai Shen, C. 1800, Jiaqing Period.
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Chinese Figure Cai Shen, C. 1800, Jiaqing Period.

19th century
Sold 26 September 2024 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Chinese partial biscuit porcelain figure, c. 1800, Jiaqing Period. Depicting the Immortal Cai Shen, seated, wearing robes, holding a Ruyi sceptre in his right hand, and a gold ingot in his left.

His robes glazed in shades of blue, whilst his other features are left in biscuit, including his sceptre, ingot, and the kidney shaped base.

Height – 19.5 cm, 7 5/8”

Width – 10.8 cm, 4 1/4”.

Depth – 7 cm, 2 3/4”.

Condition – Small chips to fingers on left hand. Otherwise excellent condition. No restoration.

Cai Shen is the God of Wealth and Prosperity.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Figure to the 1800s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
10.8cm (4.25")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1087622
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Chinese partial biscuit porcelain figure, c. 1800, Jiaqing Period.
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Depicting the Immortal Cai Shen, seated, wearing robes, holding a Ruyi sceptre in his right hand, and a gold ingot in his left.
Philip Carrol Antiques

His robes glazed in shades of blue, whilst his other features are left in biscuit, including his sceptre, ingot, and the kidney shaped base.

fig 1. An antique blue and white glazed ceramic figure of an elderly seated man with a long beard holding ritual objects.
fig 1. Chinese Figure Cai Shen, C. 1800, Jiaqing Period.

Height – 19.5 cm, 7 5/8”

Width – 10.8 cm, 4 1/4”.

Depth – 7 cm, 2 3/4”.

Condition – Small chips to fingers on left hand. Otherwise excellent condition. No restoration.

Cai Shen is the God of Wealth and Prosperity.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Figure to the 1800s.

Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
10.8cm (4.25")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1087622
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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An antique blue and white glazed ceramic figure of an elderly seated man with a long beard holding ritual objects.
Chinese figure Cai Shen, c. 1800, Jiaqing Period.
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An antique blue and white glazed ceramic figure of an elderly seated man with a long beard holding ritual objects.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialPorcelain, Ceramic, Glaze
  • ColourBlue and White
  • MotifsSeated posture, Flowing robes, Long beard, Official headdress
  • SizeH 19.5 cm (8 in) x W 10.8 cm (4 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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Qing dynasty porcelain figures reflect the sophisticated ceramic manufacturing techniques and rich cultural iconography of imperial China, often depicting deities, immortals, or historical figures associated with fortune and longevity.

These sculptures were typically crafted from high-fired petuntse and kaolin clay, finished with cobalt blue underglazes or translucent lead-based glazes, and shaped using traditional hand-moulding and carving methods.

Authenticity is assessed through evaluating paste composition, glaze characteristics such as craquelure and pooling, iron impurities, stylistic adherence to period aesthetics, and examining the base for signs of genuine age-related wear.

They can be displayed as focal points on open shelving, mantelpieces, or minimalist console tables to introduce texture, historical depth, and cultural richness into a modern space.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a soft, dry brush, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, keeping pieces away from direct sunlight, and maintaining stable ambient humidity levels to protect the delicate glaze.
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