12th Mar, 2019 10:00 EST
Asian Arts
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An unusual mother of pearl-embellished lacquered bronze figure of Liu Hai and toad
late Ming-early Qing dynasty, 17th-18th century
Liu Hai seated, looking up in adoration at the toad perched on his head, the lacquer of his loose robe and spots of toad inlaid with mother of pearl patterns, dark brown patina to bronze.
Approx. H: 7 3/4 in., 19.7cm
Provenance: Property from a Pennsylvania private collection.
Estimated at $1,500 - $2,500
Liu Hai seated, looking up in adoration at the toad perched on his head, the lacquer of his loose robe and spots of toad inlaid with mother of pearl patterns, dark brown patina to bronze.
Provenance: Property from a Pennsylvania private collection.
