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Two Chinese Blanc-de-Chine Wenshu Figures, early 20th century
Marks: HONG KONG
17-1/8 x 11 x 6-1/2 inches (43.5 x 27.9 x 16.5 cm) (larger)

Each presenting Bodhisattva Wenshu sitting in padmadana with hands on a lotus thrown, all on the back of a fierce-looking lion, two iron-red Hong Kong mark to the lion's feet.

Property from the Estate of Mrs. Amon G. Carter, Jr., Fort Worth, Texas


Condition Report*: The figure wearing a crown has an original firing crack to the right side on the ribbon; the figure holding a ruyi scepter has two slight original firing cracks to the tail of the lion. Otherwise, no other visible condition issues to report.
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Auction Info

Auction Dates
September, 2023
20th Wednesday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Sep 20, 2023 for: $1,250.00
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