Fantastic Antique CHINESE BRONZE STATUE FIGURE
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:46003 | Region of Origin: China |
Theme: Men, Women & Children | Age: 19th - early 20th cent |
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original | Primary Material: Bronze |
Height: 13" tall |
This fantastic and rare antique CHINESE BRONZE SCULPTURE FIGURE of a Male with nice detail. He is beating on an object (?).
I first thought this was cast iron bcuz of the black color, however when i scratched the base i saw a bronze color under the black patina (see last pic). It is heavy like bronze . But that's all I know. I urge the winning bidder to scratch or file a small part on the underside of the base to see the bronze underneath.
I do not... know exactly how old he is but appears to have signs of major age. My guess is late 19th - early 20th Cent. Maybe u know ??? If I am wrong, please send me a comment with correction.
Very nice detail in the face & hair. Amazing DETAIL ! Great patina!
It unfortunately has a damaged cracked base (see detail). It does however fit together so u can stand him up. Slightly tricky but it works. The previous owner glued it together but it then separated. U can see the very old glue used. it is in the orig condition i acquired it in. I think u could have it tack welded from below without ever seeing the repair. The nose may have been professionally repaired due to the fall that broke the base???
Wooden stand NOT INCLUDED and was only used for the photos.
Im starting it out at a very low starting bid, so u decide on what it's worth???
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