Late 19th Century Polychrome Bronze Wenchang Dijun Statue, Taoist Deity, 3.6kg

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This is a substantial antique polychrome bronze sculpture depicting Wenchang Dijun, a revered Taoist deity associated with literature, scholarship, and … Read more This is a substantial antique polychrome bronze sculpture depicting Wenchang Dijun, a revered Taoist deity associated with literature, scholarship, and culture. The figure is seated in a commanding pose upon an ornate, throne-like base with dragon-head terminals. He wears elaborate robes in deep green and red, adorned with silver-toned detailing and a central rank badge featuring a crane motif. He has a serene, gilded face with a long black beard and wears a traditional scholar's hat with long, horizontal extensions. In his right hand, he holds a writing brush, and in his left, a wooden tablet or scroll. The front of the base features a rectangular panel with an inscription identifying the figure. The piece exhibits a rich, aged patina with the polychrome paint showing natural wear, and an inscription is visible on the back of the robe.

Dimensions:

Height: 30 cm (approximately 11.81 inches)

Length: 18 cm (approximately 7.09 inches)

Width: 16 cm (approximately 6.30 inches)

Weight: 3.6 kg (approximately 7.94 lbs) See less