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The sculpture depicts the warrior God "Guandi". Seated on a throne, clad in armour and loose fitting robe, decorated in aubergine, turquoise and yellow glaze.. The face and hands left unglazed because they would have been cold painted after the firing. Guandi is the Chinese god of war whose immense popularity with the common people rests on the firm belief that his control over evil spirits is so great that even actors who play his part in dramas share his power over demons.

Large Chinese pottery figure, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)

£ 2,400.00 GBP

Two large Japanese figures of shishi, both with their mouths open showing tongue and teeth, their body decorated with large green red and brown dots. The Shishi is Japanese variant of the Chinese foh dog ; It has a curly mane, a fierce expression, a bushy tail and large eyes; It offers protection from evil. Literature: - Fine and Curious, C.J.A.Jorg, ill 356, p 282- Okimono, Jorge Welsh Gallery, PP 114-116 Ill. 42

Fabulous Pair of Japanese Figures of Shishi, circa 1700

£ 32,000.00 GBP

A well executed terracotta bozzetto depicting the Virgin, Italy, Rome, circa 1650-1670. The Mother carrying baby Jesus in her left arm and holding the infant St.John with her right hand. The harmonious and well proportioned composition, purely baroque, suggests it may be the work of a Tuscan or Roman sculptor. Three small holes, two on the base and one at the back, from thermoluminescence test commissioned by the previous owner.

Mid 17th Century Italian Terracotta Bozzetto

£ 9,500.00 GBP

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Large Chinese pottery figure, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)

£ 2,400.00 GBP

Fabulous Pair of Japanese Figures of Shishi, circa 1700

£ 32,000.00 GBP

Mid 17th Century Italian Terracotta Bozzetto

£ 9,500.00 GBP