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Chinese Root Carving

18th/ 19th century

Description

Of remarkable form- the root or branch form suggesting a walking phoenix, with legs astride and head held up. 
Like scholar’s rocks- root carving are mostly naturally shaped tree root for small branches that suggest a form. 
Parts of the wood are lightly carved accordingly.
Mounted upon a custom fitted base.
Ca: 18th/ 19th century
Height with base: 9 3/4 inches (25 cm)

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