TANG DYNASTY STYLE FIRE-GILT COPPER REPOUSSé FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL CREATURE
TANG DYNASTY STYLE FIRE-GILT COPPER REPOUSSé FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL CREATURE
Fire-gilt copper repoussé
China, style of the Tang dynasty – presumably dating to the late Qing dynasty
Displaying superior craftsmanship quality this richly fire gilt copper repoussé figure shows a mythical creature which at first glance appears like a phoenix, however with a frog as its behind. Archaic patterns are neatly incised around the entire body.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 8.3 CM
Condition: Very good condition with rich Malachite patina in places
Provenance: Estate of an Austrian private collector