Carved metal chinese figure?

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Louise88, Sep 16, 2020.

  1. Louise88

    Louise88 Well-Known Member

    Hi there

    Could anyone help me describe/date/value this figure please? About 6-7" and pretty solid, although there is something rattling around when I shake it!

    Thanks in advance :)

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    Louise88, Sep 16, 2020
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  2. antidiem

    antidiem Well-Known Member

    Is it made of brass? The only "carved" part was done to the original mold this was cast from. If it's not mass produced, it could have been cast from wax - cire perdue, and the wax was hollowed out some, bits of metal can shake around inside.
     
    antidiem, Sep 16, 2020
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  3. Bronwen

    Bronwen Well-Known Member

    What is the material visible on the bottom?
     
    Bronwen, Sep 16, 2020
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  4. Louise88

    Louise88 Well-Known Member

    I think it's all brass.
     
    Louise88, Sep 17, 2020
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  5. Louise88

    Louise88 Well-Known Member

    Yes I believe it is brass. thank you that's both helpful and interesting.
     
    Louise88, Sep 17, 2020
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