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2. Chinese Yaoguai China 18th century or before solid cast copper with gold and red lacquer 8 inches high (20.3 cm) - 12 inches high with stand (30.5cm). |
A nicely sculpted Chinese cast copper Yaoguai or taoist demon. In an animated stance with hands clasping and a small lion on the back which probably held incense. Painted with a red and gold lacquer. It dates to the early 18th century or before. Detail: Head Detail: Reverse View |