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November 2006 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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421. A Monumental Chinese Carved Tusk Meiren, ca. 19th Century

An impressive carved tusk figure of a Merien. She is depicted in a flowing robe with numerous tassels and garment decorations. The body is slightly bent to the right from the natural form of the tusk. She is holding a branch with lotus flowers in her right hand and indicating a Buddhist sign with her left. The underside of the carving is signed by the artist/carver. Overall measures approx. 2'-1½" tall.



1,000/1,500   Sold $1,207.50
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