A Rare Chinese Famille Verte Figure of Guandi, Early 18th century

the general seated upon a rockwork base, gazing defiantly ahead, his right arm raised, dressed in a green-enameled dragon robe with accents picked out in aubergine-pink and lavender-blue, the face and hands unglazed. Minor restoration. 26.7 cm - Estimate 7,000—9,000 USD

Sotheby's. Important Americana. 23 Jan 09. New York. photo courtesy Sotheby's. www.sothebys.com