Burmese Carved Wooden Dancer

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Folk Art Pre 1920: item #631828
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This is a good example of the craft of Burmese carvers. Standing 12 inches tall, this carving from hard wood is a representation of a male court dancer striking a classical pose. Except for a break in the left shoulder of the statue, it is in good shape and the original polychrome paint is in reasonable condition. 

Chinese Carved Wooden Immortal (Li Tieguai)

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Southeast Asian: Folk Art Pre 1900: item #631804
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 Li Tieguai is one of the “Eight Chinese Immortals”. This once handsome man is depicted as a poor beggar with an abrasive personality. He is known for his benevolence to the poor, the sick, and the needy. Late 19th century wood carving from the Philippines. Carved from tropical hard wood. Right hand missing. Stands 14 inches tall.