Vintage Chinese Wooden Hand-Carved Scholar Figure Netsuke 2" Byoubu Chinese Carved Hardwood Plant Stand

Chinese Carved Hardwood Plant Stand

yielding a dark base with a radiant band of gold and silver crystalline bursts

reflecting the pride of the artisan or workshop

surface embossing (karazuri)

with exception of limited past signs of use and some minor restoration

Vintage Chinese Wooden Hand-Carved Scholar Figure Netsuke 2" Byoubu Chinese Carved Hardwood Plant StandVintage hand carved wooden netsuke depicting a robed scholar or intellectual figure. This small 2 inch carving shows expressive detail in the flowing robes and facial features, with a rich, aged patina. Likely mid 20th century, this piece reflects traditional Chinese carving styles in miniature form. Compact and tactile, it fits naturally in the palm and displays well as part of a netsuke or small object collection. A charming and characterful piece