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Lot 172

Chinese Patinated Metal Xuanwu with Black Tortoise

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A Chinese patinated metal sculpture of the powerful Daoist deity Xuanwu, depicted sitting with the Black Tortoise at his feet, entwined with a snake. Brown patination with red and gold parcel decoration.

Measures 9 1/4" x 5 5/8" x 4 5/8".

Condition

Good condition, with light wear consistent with age.