A Chinese carved and giltwood figure of a seated deity, likely representing a Taoist or folkloric god of wealth or authority. The figure is shown seated in a formal pose, wearing an elaborate headdress with cloud-like flanges and long hanging tabs. The figure holds a sycee (gold ingot) in both hands and wears flowing robes with incised detailing. The surface is richly finished in gold leaf with darkened highlights accentuating the carving.
Condition
Good, minor loss to tip of foot, light sporadic wear to finish.
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