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A RARE AND LARGE PAINTED STONE FIGURE OF LI TIEGUAI, EARLY QING DYNASTY
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2024年10月18日 开拍
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A RARE AND LARGE PAINTED STONE FIGURE OF LI TIEGUAI, EARLY QING DYNASTY

China, late 17th-18th century. Finely carved and polychromed, the immortal stands gracefully on a cloud-form base, holding his tall iron crutch in one hand and a peach in the other, symbolizing longevity and immortality. He gazes upward, a double-gourd slung over his back, adding to his mystic aura. His loose-fitting robes cascade in elegant folds, opening at the chest to reveal his bony ribcage, a subtle reminder of his ethereal nature.

The bearded face is meticulously modeled, conveying a stern expression, with piercing eyes beneath furrowed brows that suggest deep wisdom. The attention to detail and the dynamic pose give this piece a sense of life and spiritual presence, making it a striking representation of the legendary immortal figure.

Provenance: From an important private collection in Toronto, Canada.
Condition: Good condition with significant old wear, signs of weathering and erosion, scattered nicks, small chips, the tip of one earlobe reattached, and losses to pigments. Long time ago, the figure was coated with a clear varnish, which now exhibits areas of minor flaking.

Weight: 72.9 kg
Dimensions: Height 78.5 cm

The present figure depicts Li Tieguai (Iron Crutch Li), one of the Eight Immortals. Li appears as a lame beggar supported by an iron crutch. He carries a gourd which holds medicine that cures the sick and ailing. Traditionally he has been seen as the protector of physicians. Although he may appear ugly and is generally considered irascible and ill-tempered, according to Chinese mythology, he was benevolent to the poor, sick and needy.

Auction result comparison:
Type: Related
Auction: Christie’s New York, 18 October 2001, lot 422
Price: USD 7,050 or approx. EUR 11,500 converted and adjusted for inflation at the time of writing
Description: A stone figure of Wenshu astride a lion, Qing dynasty
Expert remark: Compare the material and manner of carving. Note the different subject, lack of polychromy, and the size (67 cm).

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