Antique Chinoiserie Bronze Mandarin Figure on Siena Marble Base, Circa 19th Century

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A finely cast patinated bronze figure of a standing Chinese official, a charming example of 19th-century European Chinoiserie..He stands on … Read more A finely cast patinated bronze figure of a standing Chinese official, a charming example of 19th-century European Chinoiserie..He stands on a rectangular block of golden Siena marble (giallo di Siena) with natural veining in honey, cream, and white. A small cast bronze foliate cluster sits beside him, perhaps meant as a pen rest, a taper holder, or purely decorative. Very good antique condition with light surface wear to the marble edges consistent with age; bronze with original-appearing patina; figure secure on base
Dimensions: 7" H , 4.5"W See less