Qing Dynasty, 1644-1912 AD. A wooden statue of a male figure crouching upon a wooden platform; wearing a short belted tunic, leaf-shaped pendant, pointed beard, moustache and tall cap; elbows resting on the knees, right hand clenched to receive and object, now lost, and left hand with middle and index fingers extended; mounted upon a custom-made stand. 2.8 kg, 53cm including stand (21"). Property of an American gentleman; acquired 1970s-1990s. [No Reserve]