Carved Soapstone Jade Chinese Wise Man Figurine Asian Shou Lao God Of Longevity

Description

View Carved Soapstone Jade Chinese Wise Man Figurine Asian Shou Lao God Of Longevity with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Lao, also known as Shou Xing in Oriental Art, is always easy to identify. As a Chinese wise man, his large forehead represents wisdom and his extra long beard represents long life. He is always shown holding a long staff and a lucky longevity peach, both symbols of long life.  Hand Carved Soapstone Chinese Wise Man Figurine Asian Shou Lao God Of Longevity Sculpture Feng Shui Jade Statue   He measures 16" tall x 4.5" wide at the base.  Lao, also known as Shou Xing in Oriental Art, is always easy to identify. As a Chinese wise man, his large forehead represents wisdom and his extra long beard represents long life. He is always shown holding a long staff and a lucky longevity peach, both symbols of long life.  Very Heavy weighing in over 9lbs Came from a very old estate in Port Huron Michigan.  There has been felt applied to the bottom as shown. If there is something I missed Please ask. Thanks so much for looking.  Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Figurines & Statues.

Primary Material

Soapstone

Color

Green

Chinese Dynasty

Qing (1644-1911)

Theme

God of Longevity

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Animal Type

God

Features

Handcarved

Height

16" including the base

Region of Origin

China

Age

1900-1940

Maker

unknown