Lot 177 , A Chinese fahua group of Liu Hai and his three legged toad, late 19th century/ early 20th century H. 44cm, faults to ribbons

A Chinese fahua group of Liu Hai and his three legged toad, late 19th century/ early 20th century standing on clouds, H. 44cm, faults to ribbons
Estimate £200-300

The ribbon each side of Liu Hai's head and behind his back has been restored and looks more black than purple, there is a section of the ribbon missing on one of the loops which is detached and separate, this is made of composition not porcelain, the figure has slight firing crack to the back support underneath the back of his robe and there are typical minor glaze imperfections otherwise in reasonable condition.


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Sold for £340