A RARE FAHUA MODEL OF GUANYIN - YUAN MING DYNASTY

Modelled seated in royal ease on a rockwork base applied with a dragon, flanked by two rockwork pillars above two attendants, the deity wearing a loose robe adorned with bejewelled garlands, the hair fashioned into a high chignon behind a tiara, partially glazed in blue and turquoise. 11 in. (28 cm.) high  - Estimate: £4,000 - £6,000 ($7,908 - $11,862)

Provenance: With L. Michon, Blvd. Hausmann, Paris
From a Roman Collection

Christie's London. FINE CHINESE CERAMICS AND WORKS OF ART INCLUDING EXPORT ART. 13 May 2008