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Superb Chinese Antique (Early 20thc) Bronze of a Scholar
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Superb Chinese Antique (Early 20thc) Bronze of a Scholar

1900 - 1920
Description

Unusual Chinese antique (early 20thC) bronze of a scholar. Unsigned but the detail and casting bear the hallmarks of a master sculptor. 41cm high x 19cm wide x 16cm deep, weight 6.1kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Chinese Bronze Scholar Statue to the 1910s.

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SA1168769
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AD1244
Description
Unusual Chinese antique (early 20thC) bronze of a scholar. Unsigned but the detail and casting bear the hallmarks of a master sculptor. 41cm high x 19cm wide x 16cm deep, weight 6.1kg.

Excellent condition and patina.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
19cm (7.48")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Chinese Bronze Scholar Statue to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1168769
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1244
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Telephone 07975 614592
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Items For Sale 48
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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An early 20th-century Chinese cast bronze figure of a scholar wearing traditional robes and sandals while holding a book.
Superb Chinese Antique (early 20thC) Bronze of a Scholar
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An early 20th-century Chinese cast bronze figure of a scholar wearing traditional robes and sandals while holding a book.
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Figures of scholars, or literati, have a long tradition in Chinese art, symbolizing wisdom, learning, and the pursuit of classical knowledge. During the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic period, bronze representations of iconic cultural figures were widely produced both for domestic appreciation and international export.

These figures were typically crafted from cast bronze or brass alloys using the lost-wax (cire perdue) or sand casting method. After casting, metalworkers hand-chased surface details such as facial features and robe folds before applying a dark surface patination.

Authenticity and age are assessed by evaluating the natural wear on base surfaces and raised details, the depth and character of the patination, and evidence of hand-finishing techniques. Casting core remnants, seam lines, and overall weight relative to size also offer clues to production methods.

A bronze figure functions as an intellectual focal point when placed on a hardwood bookshelf, an executive desk, or a console table. Its dark metallic tones complement rich timber surfaces, neutral stone, and minimalist architectural settings.

Dust the figure regularly using a dry, soft-bristled brush to clean intricate folds and crevices. Avoid water, liquid polishes, or harsh chemical cleaners, as these can strip the original patina; a light coat of microcrystalline wax can be applied periodically to preserve the metal.
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