A bronze 'Shoulao and Immortal' incense burner
Ming Dynasty and possibly laterHolding a gourd flask and ruyi, the God of Longevity seated side-saddle on a deer, his robes with traces of gilt lacquer, the deer with spotted gilt-splashes to emulate the dappled fur of the animal. 37.5cm (14 3/4in) high (2).
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Provenance: a European private collection, thence by descent.