South African and International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Online-Only Auction, 14 - 19 November 2018

Oriental Works of Art

Sold for

ZAR 9 380
Lot 495
  • A Chinese lacquered wood and gilt temple guardian


Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 9 380

About this Item

A Chinese lacquered wood and gilt temple guardian
the carved standing figure holding a detachable axe in his right hand, his left hand in the position of karana mudra, his tunic embellished with the mask of a lion, raised on a stylised cloud base, restorations, lacquer loss, 83cm high


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