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Six Finely Cast Small Chinese Buddha Bronze Gold or Scroll Weights
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Six Finely Cast Small Chinese Buddha Bronze Gold or Scroll Weights

19th century
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Six finely cast small Chinese bronze gold or scroll weights depicting chubby laughing Buddha each one different Circa 1880. There is a £15 charge for postage and packing

1860 to 1900 China

Very good condition. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
3.2cm (1.26")
Depth
2.8cm (1.10")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated these Chinese Bronze Scroll Weights to the 1880s.

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SA629913
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2167
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Description
Six finely cast small Chinese bronze gold or scroll weights depicting chubby laughing Buddha each one different Circa 1880. There is a £15 charge for postage and packing

1860 to 1900 China

Very good condition. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
3.2cm (1.26")
Depth
2.8cm (1.10")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated these Chinese Bronze Scroll Weights to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA629913
Dealers Internal Ref
2167
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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A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures.
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Archive I A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures.

Six Finely Cast Small Chinese Buddha Bronze Gold or Scroll Weights

Archive II A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View II
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Archive IV A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View IV
Archive V A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View V
Archive VI A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View VI
Archive VII A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View VII
Archive VIII A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures. View VIII
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures.
Six Finely Cast Small Chinese Buddha Bronze Gold or Scroll Weights
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A set of six small cast bronze figures depicting the Laughing Buddha in various seated postures.
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  • ObjectPaperweights
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Chinese
  • MaterialBronze, Brass
  • ColourBronze
  • MotifsCast bronze construction, Seated Budai figures, Auspicious postures, Patinated finish
  • SizeH 3.2 cm (1 in) x W 3.2 cm (1 in) x D 2.8 cm (1 in)

This set of six small Chinese bronze gold or scroll weights, dating from circa 1880, depicts the chubby laughing Budai in various seated postures with expressive facial features, distinct hand positions and traditional robes. The pieces display a patinated bronze finish with varied golden highlights across their metal surfaces, and each figure sits directly on the white surface below without feet. Every miniature sculpture measures 3.2 cm high, 3.2 cm wide, and 2.8 cm deep, providing compact styling for traditional Chinese desk collections. These items suit a gentleman's library or office desk setup as decorative paperweights to organise papers or scrolls. The group works well arranged together on a flat wooden surface, a study table, or a shelving display in a home workspace.

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Chinese scroll weights are small, heavy decorative objects traditionally utilised by scholars, artists, and calligraphers to hold down paper or silk scrolls while painting or writing. They were crafted from dense materials such as cast bronze, brass, or jade, often featuring representations of deities, animals, or auspicious symbols.

Historically, such figurines were cast using the lost-wax method or sand-casting techniques, predominantly employing bronze or brass alloys. The cast metal was subsequently polished, chased by hand to refine details, and treated to achieve a patinated or darkened metallic finish.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the casting marks, weight, hand-chased surface details, and natural patination. Genuine period metalwork typically displays irregular wear on contact surfaces, deep patina within crevices, and evidence of historical hand-finishing techniques rather than uniform modern machine moulding.

These compact metalwork objects can be displayed on an office desk, styled within a library bookcase, or arranged on a console table alongside other curio items. Their dark golden tone complements dark timber surfaces, leather-bound books, and minimalist modern shelving.

To preserve the metal finish, dust the figures regularly with a soft dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive polishes, as these can strip away the historical patina; a light application of microcrystalline wax can be applied to protect the surface from oxidation.
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