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Lot 554 Dα

A bronze figure of a laughing Milefo, also called Budai. Qing dynasty

Auction 1044 - overview Cologne
05.12.2014, 14:00 - China - Paintings, Decorative Arts, Sculptures -, Tibet/Nepal, India, South East Asia
Estimate: 700 € - 900 €
Result: 1.116 € (incl. premium)
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A bronze figure of a laughing Milefo, also called Budai. Qing dynasty

A bronze figure of a laughing Milefo, also called Budai, leaning to the side and seated at ease with one knee raised, holding a strand of prayer beads in one hand while the other hand grabs his bag, the robe opens to reveal his round belly. Black lacquer patina. Qing dynasty.
Height 18.9 cm

Provenance

Important private collection, Munich