A 19th cent wood Daoist Guardian God (Hu Shen)September 2015 Auction by Far East Asian ArtA powerful carving of a single piece wood depicting a Daoist guardian god in military garb with one harm raised in threatening posture. China, second half of 19th cent. H 35.5 cm. Condition: Drying crack in the right side and missing lid for interior ‘power.’ Otherwise in a surprisingly good state, i.e. no worming, breaks or replacements.
