A set of three lacquered Wood Daoist household guardians
A set of three lacquered Wood Daoist household guardians
Ming dynasty, 16th century
The figures well carved, each in a characteristic pose, possibly depicting three of the six Daoist household spirits (jiazhai liushen); the wood covered with gesso, silver and red lacquer imitating gold.
18 1/2in (47cm) height of tallest figure (3).
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A set of three lacquered Wood Daoist household guardians
Ming dynasty, 16th century
The figures well carved, each in a characteristic pose, possibly depicting three of the six Daoist household spirits (jiazhai liushen); the wood covered with gesso, silver and red lacquer imitating gold.
18 1/2in (47cm) height of tallest figure (3).