Antique Chinese Amber Shoulao God Longevity Carved Figure Pendant C1900 7cm 25g

Chinese Carved Amber Shoulao – God of Longevity, c.1900

An attractive Chinese carved figure of Shoulao (Shou Xing), the God of Longevity, dating to the late Qing / early 20th century, circa 1900.

Standing approximately 7cm high and weighing 24.7g, the figure is carved from translucent honey/cognac-coloured material, catalogued by the auction house from which it was acquired as amber.

Shoulao is depicted with his characteristic exaggerated domed forehead, long flowing beard and traditional robes. Despite its small scale, the carving incorporates extensive detail, including finely incised decoration and numerous auspicious coin-like motifs across the robes.

When held to the light, the material displays attractive translucency ranging from golden honey to deeper cognac-brown tones.

Of particular interest are two drilled suspension/attachment holes, suggesting the carving may originally have been intended to be suspended, worn or attached, possibly functioning as an auspicious amulet or pendant. Its precise original function cannot be established with certainty.

Material: Catalogued as amber. The material has not been independently gemologically tested and is therefore described according to the previous auction-house attribution rather than accompanied by certification of natural amber.

Origin: China

Period: Late Qing / early 20th century

Date: Circa 1900

Subject: Shoulao / Shou Xing – God of Longevity

Material: Catalogued as amber

Colour: Honey / cognac

Height: Approx. 7cm

Weight: 24.7g

Technique: Carved and incised

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related surface wear, rubbing, scratches and minor marks. Internal inclusions, fissure/fracture lines and variations are visible within the translucent material, particularly when illuminated. Minor wear/nibbling is present around exposed edges and the base. Two drilled holes are present for possible suspension or attachment.

Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition report.

A particularly appealing miniature Chinese auspicious carving with attractive translucency, detailed decoration and considerable character.

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This work is offered as an antique object based on visual examination and comparative stylistic analysis. All statements regarding age, origin, attribution, and period represent informed scholarly opinion and are not guarantees of absolute fact.

Condition descriptions are based on external observation only. The interior, underside of the base, and any internal cavities or consecration materials have not been examined. No technical analysis (including XRF, thermoluminescence, or metallurgical testing) has been performed.

As is typical with antique bronzes, minor casting irregularities, surface wear, rubbing to high points, oxidation, and age-related imperfections are present and should be expected. No visible repairs or restorations are observed from the available views; however, the absence of hidden restorations cannot be guaranteed.

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