A LARGE AND RARE LONGQUAN CELADON BUDDHIST AND DAOIST SHRINE

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30.05.2022 11:30UTC +08:00
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Lot 2819 | A LARGE AND RARE LONGQUAN CELADON BUDDHIST AND DAOIST SHRINE
A LARGE AND RARE LONGQUAN CELADON BUDDHIST AND DAOIST SHRINEEARLY MING DYNASTY, 14TH-15TH CENTURYThe shrine is modelled in the form of a three-storey temple with a tiled roof supported on two pillars on either side. Each storey acts as an alcove framed by moulded dragons housing a Buddhist or Daoist deity and two attendants in biscuit, with Buddha Shakyamuni on top, Avalokitesvara in the middle, and the Daoist deity Zhenwu on the lowest level, the reverse pierced with four circular openings. Traces of gilt remaining on the figures.15 1⁄4 in. (38.7 cm.) high
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