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19th Century Chinese Root Carving

19th century
Sold 23 April 2025 · Martlesham Antiques
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Description

19th Century Chinese rosewood root carving of a reclining fisherman with catch upon a base.

15" x 8" x 7" high

38cms x 20cms x 17cms high.

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Chinese Root Carving to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA384754
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Martlesham Antiques is a family run business and has been trading since 1984. Located in Suffolk just outside Woodbridge, Martlesham Antiques is run from a spacious thatched cottage housing nine large showrooms with a vast adjacent car park.

Specialising in 18th and 19th Century furniture, together with creating custom hand-made furniture which is supplied to various interior designers, trade and the retail market. Every piece on the showroom floor is in excellent condition and ready to go straight into the buyers home or premises.

All of Martlesham Antiques furniture is hand polished by their own French polishers and restorers to a very high standard. We are also a member of LAPADA, the association of art and antiques.

Description
19th Century Chinese rosewood root carving of a reclining fisherman with catch upon a base.

15" x 8" x 7" high

38cms x 20cms x 17cms high.

Date of Manufacture

Martlesham Antiques has dated this Chinese Root Carving to the 19th Century.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA384754
Martlesham Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Martlesham Antiques Profile Page

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Martlesham Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Chinese Root Carving

Archive II A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base. View II
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Archive VIII A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base. View VIII
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Martlesham Antiques
Telephone 01394 386732
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Main Rd
Martlesham
Suffolk
IP12 4RJ
United Kingdom
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A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base.
19th Century Chinese root carving
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A detailed dark brown antique Chinese root carving depicting a reclining figure with expressive features resting on an integrated naturalistic base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Chinese
  • MaterialHardwood root
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsReclining figure, Natural gnarled base, Expressive facial features, Organic wood grain
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Chinese root carving is a traditional folk art where artisans utilise the natural shapes, gnarled twists, and contours of tree roots to sculpt figures, animals, or natural scenes.

Traditional pieces often utilise dense, durable hardwoods native to China, such as boxwood, zitan, huanghuali, or camphor wood, chosen for their rich grain and ability to hold fine detail.

Authentic pieces typically display deep natural patina, tool marks consistent with hand-carving techniques, and organic integration of the roots original knots and hollows into the sculptural design.

Display the sculpture as a focal point on a minimalist sideboard, console table, or open bookshelf to let the organic texture and intricate details contrast with clean architectural lines.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting gently with a soft, dry brush and avoiding liquid polishes or chemical cleaners.
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