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A Charming 19th Century Chinese Bronze Figure of a Pig
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A Charming 19th Century Chinese Bronze Figure of a Pig

19th century
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A charming 19th century Chinese cast bronze pig with fine detailed finish. It’s playful stance and winsome looks have a captivating effect on the eye and bring a smile to the lips.There is a charge for postage and packing of £15 as this is quite heavy

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Chinese Bronze Pig Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA1232006
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Description
A charming 19th century Chinese cast bronze pig with fine detailed finish.
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It’s playful stance and winsome looks have a captivating effect on the eye and bring a smile to the lips.
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

There is a charge for postage and packing of £15 as this is quite heavy

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Chinese Bronze Pig Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232006
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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Archive I A 19th-century Chinese cast bronze figure of a pig with detailed incised hair texture and a dark brown patinated surface.

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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Telephone 07956 448876
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A 19th-century Chinese cast bronze figure of a pig with detailed incised hair texture and a dark brown patinated surface.
A charming 19th century Chinese bronze figure of a pig
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A 19th-century Chinese cast bronze figure of a pig with detailed incised hair texture and a dark brown patinated surface.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period19th century
  • StyleQing Dynasty
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsIncised hair texture, Cast ears, Rounded snout
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

This nineteenth-century Qing Dynasty sculpture depicts a domestic pig in a playful stance, belonging to the gentleman's library style. Cast from bronze, the figure possesses a dark brown patinated surface with subtle metallic highlights visible around the eye and snout, alongside small surface scuffs indicating age. Fine details include an incised hair texture across the body, separately cast upright ears, and a rounded snout with upturned nostrils, while the animal stands on four short cloven hooves and has a small curled tail at the rear. Measuring 7 cm high, 12 cm wide and 5.5 cm deep, the figurine sits neatly on a bookshelf or desk surface alongside books and decorative objects.

FAQs

Dust the bronze regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth or a soft-bristled brush to prevent buildup in textured areas. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes, as these strip away the original protective patina.

Position the sculpture on a curated bookshelf, an office desk, or atop a stack of books on a console table to add historical texture. Combining dark metalwork with clean modern lines creates a balanced visual contrast.

Authentic pieces exhibit evidence of hand finishing, natural patination in recessed areas, and a weighted, solid feel. Examiners look for subtle wear patterns consistent with historical handling rather than modern uniform chemical patination.

These figures were typically cast using the lost-wax process, allowing for detailed surface textures such as hair or skin folds. Following casting, hand-chasing refined the details, and a dark, chemically induced patina was applied to protect the metal.

In Chinese culture, the pig is the twelfth animal of the zodiac and represents wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. Small bronze representations were crafted as decorative scholars desk items, paperweights, or symbolic gifts during the Qing dynasty period.
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