A Chinese Bamboo Carving of Liu Hai & His Toad -Qing
March 2013 Auction by Far East Asian Art

This is an late 18th to early 19th century bamboo carving of Liu Hai riding on the back of his three legged toad. He is shown playing with a string of coins that have been gathered for him by his toad. The piece measures 5” high and is 2 5/8” wide by 3” long front to back. It is in excellent condition – there is one tiny chip to the left front flipper. It has fine patina throughout...