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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;Any Jewelry, post: 236096, member: 2844&quot;]It is by no means the exact same one. Not everything that comes in threes is exactly the same. These are totally different statues, which means totally different mythology, meaning and symbolism:</p><p><img src="https://www.antiquers.com/attachments/1-jpg.71517/" class="bbCodeImage wysiwygImage" alt="" unselectable="on" /></p><p><br /></p><p><img src="http://images.igavelauctions.com/x/161/Ma489020/C19-01.jpg" class="bbCodeImage wysiwygImage" alt="" unselectable="on" /></p><p>The central figure in the last picture is carrying a ruyi scepter and what looks like a calligraphers brush. The ruyi scepter is a symbol of dignity and status and is usually carried by Lou, God of prosperity. The calligraphers brush is a symbol of scholars. The two male figures are wearing hats, the female one a hair ornament. They all wear shoes and sophisticated clothing. The female attendant is sitting down.</p><p><br /></p><p>Your figures have no headdress, they seem to be bald. Your central figure looks like he could be a Nature God or a hermit who has withdrawn in nature. His two attendants are dressed in a similar nature-inspired way to the central figure. None of them wear shoes. They are all standing.</p><p><br /></p><p>By the way, if you already knew it was a Chinese root carving, it is best to tell us, preferably put Chinese in the title. And tell us anything else you might know about an item, that saves time, you will get the attention of the right people, and there are no wild goose chases. Which leads me to a question, why did you only post half a picture of the root, and leave us guessing as to the origin and nature of a root with some bare feet?[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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