Lot 217 , A large Chinese famille rose figure holding a flute, late 19th century

A large Chinese famille rose figure holding a flute, late 19th century

A large Chinese famille rose figure holding a flute, late 19th century, wearing a brocade pattern turquoise ground robe, his hat has fallen into waves beneath his feet, height 64.5cm, restoration to base and lated replacement left hand
Estimate £300-500

Grubby all over. The left hand is a later replacement which does not fit properly. There is a large firing crack to the underside of the base which has been repaired in the factory. The glaze to the front of the base has flaked off and has been later repainted.


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Sold for £440