A Chinese bronze figure of a Heavenly Guardian
A Chinese bronze figure of a 'Heavenly Guardian', Ming Dynasty, the powerfully-built figure clad in an elaborate armour with chain mail and mask breast-plate, all fastened with a studded belt and billowing scarves, with crown and hair in top knot, on raised four footed base, traces of parcel gilt and red lacquer, old surface patina, 44.5cm high, approximately 8kgProvenance: Private Collection 明 铜天王像拍品来源:南非私人收藏 Condition Report: piece missing to centre of crownwear to surface and old knocks commensurate with ageCondition Report Disclaimer
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A Chinese bronze figure of a 'Heavenly Guardian', Ming Dynasty, the powerfully-built figure clad in an elaborate armour with chain mail and mask breast-plate, all fastened with a studded belt and billowing scarves, with crown and hair in top knot, on raised four footed base, traces of parcel gilt and red lacquer, old surface patina, 44.5cm high, approximately 8kgProvenance: Private Collection 明 铜天王像拍品来源:南非私人收藏 Condition Report: piece missing to centre of crownwear to surface and old knocks commensurate with ageCondition Report Disclaimer