Carved painted wood chinese scholars - part of a larger piece?

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Bookahtoo, May 31, 2015.

  1. Bookahtoo

    Bookahtoo Moderator Moderator

    The top of this carving has a piece sticking up that looks like it would "dovetail" into something else. The robes look like they were gilded and there is what I believe is crushed mother of pearl on one side and at the top bottom of the carved side.
    Does anyone know what I have here?

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    Bookahtoo, May 31, 2015
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  2. KingofThings

    KingofThings 'Illiteracy is a terrible thing to waist' - MHH

    No clue except that would be a 'mortise and tenon' type fitting.
     
    KingofThings, May 31, 2015
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  3. anundverkaufen

    anundverkaufen Bird Feeder

    Carved wood temple element will bring up similar pieces in google images.
     
    anundverkaufen, May 31, 2015
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  4. Bookahtoo

    Bookahtoo Moderator Moderator

    Thank you King and Anund.
     
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