Soapstone Carving of a Man, China, standing with a flower in his right palm, incised and painted details, mounted on a modern lacquered wood stand, figure ht. 10 5/8 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

numerous fine surface scratches, some surface dirt, minor pigment losses.


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