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Figure, D63.812

Physical Description

Jidong buddhism monk. Figure lies on right, leaning on right arm. Knees raised. Left hand holds small teapot and beads. Right hand holds leaf shaped fan. Large hat on head. Maker's mark on bottom. Hole at mouth, with what appears to be a tongue protruding.

Research Notes

Jidong is a famous Buddhist Monk in chinese legends who did lots of good things for ordinary people —Professor Kelun Chen
Figure Jidong buddhism monk —Professor Kelun Chen
porcelain
Reperfusion modeled
1st half of 20th century
Hua Xian Yu Zhao
Jingdezhen in Jiangxi Province
The name of the Marker
Jidong is a famous Buddhist Monk in chinese legends who did lots of good things for ordinary people

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Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 132 x 108 x 68mm

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