old hardwood face

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Posted by tommyc317

9 years ago

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Description

I am unsure where this piece is from, my mother got it at an anique stoor when she was 15 we have always wanted more information on it. based off appearance I guess it is of asian origin. the chisel marks in the eyes and along the back make be belive it was hand carved.

Category Decorative Arts

Medium it is made out of a hard and heavy wood not sure what type

Distinguishing marks I was unable to find any markings that I could identify

Size and dimensions of this item 15 in from the top of the head to the tip of the beard.
10 in at its widest point

Date Period unkown

Weight about 5 lbs

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Re: old hardwood face

This appears to be a Chinese carving in rosewood. It may at some time have had glass eyes and ox bone carved teeth, or maybe it was carved without them. The flower on the forehead is dogwood which may help you identify the style and age.

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