18th Century Chinese Luohan Lacquer Figure

18th century

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

This is a good 18th century Luohan figure in seated pose holding a ruyi sceptre. Qianlong period (1736-95). The deity is carved in wood which has been gessoed then hand painted and laquered with hand applied gilding. The piece is in super condition with much character and a good colour with a lovely warm blood red colour showing through the black gilded lacquer. The figure is substantial in size being 39 cms high and the base is 20 cms wide by 17 cms deep.

UK insured delivery costs £20

Or you are most welcome to call and collect.

Physical Dimensions

Height

39cm (15.35")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

17cm (6.69")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA528425

Dealers Notes

Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

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Description

This is a good 18th century Luohan figure in seated pose holding a ruyi sceptre. Qianlong period (1736-95).

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The deity is carved in wood which has been gessoed then hand painted and laquered with hand applied gilding.

Rams Head Antiques

The piece is in super condition with much character and a good colour with a lovely warm blood red colour showing through the black gilded lacquer. The figure is substantial in size being 39 cms high and the base is 20 cms wide by 17 cms deep.

UK insured delivery costs £20

Or you are most welcome to call and collect.