CHINESE CARVED HARDWOOD JI GONG THE MAD MONK
Chinese carved hardwood figure of Ji Gong the Mad Monk, depicted reclining with a wide smile and an emaciated body (possibly a reference to the original 18 louhan), wearing prayer beads and holding a bottle of the elixir of life, the whole resting on a custom pierced stand carved of the same wood, having no apparent marks.
Approximate dimensions: Approx. h. 9". w. 14", d. 6. 5".
Condition Report: Scattered age cracks to the wood, a hairline across the ankle, repaired break to elixir bottle. Condition reports state our professional opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. As such, Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is not responsible for any omissions or errors to these condition reports. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or free of imperfections. If a condition report or further information is needed, please make a request at info@AandOauctions. com.
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Chinese carved hardwood figure of Ji Gong the Mad Monk, depicted reclining with a wide smile and an emaciated body (possibly a reference to the original 18 louhan), wearing prayer beads and holding a bottle of the elixir of life, the whole resting on a custom pierced stand carved of the same wood, having no apparent marks.
Approximate dimensions: Approx. h. 9". w. 14", d. 6. 5".
Condition Report: Scattered age cracks to the wood, a hairline across the ankle, repaired break to elixir bottle. Condition reports state our professional opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. As such, Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is not responsible for any omissions or errors to these condition reports. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or free of imperfections. If a condition report or further information is needed, please make a request at info@AandOauctions. com.
