Chinese Celadon Porcelain “Guan”. The Three Vinegar

Chinese Celadon Porcelain “Guan”. The Three Vinegar Tasters. Chinese Mudman Handcraft Sculpted Figurine.Qing dynasty, 18-19th centuryHeight 183; Width 153. Brown wooden stand. Good condition.

Provenance: Property from an Italian private collector.
Condition Report: The figurines are glazed in Jade Green, with yellow highlights. Three Vinegar Tasters, representing the three religions, Buddhism, Daoism and Confucianism, standing around a cask of vinegar. The Vinegar Tasters is a traditional subject in Chinese religious painting. The allegorical composition depicts the three major religious and philosophical traditions: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. The theme in the painting has been interpreted as favoring Taoism and critical of the others. For inquiries, detailed condition report and additional images please mail to info@badoemart.it.