A Chinese large blanc-de-Chine figure of Guanyin. First half 20th Century

Modelled standing on a lotus above crested waves, wearing long robes, hands together, adorned with a necklace, bangles, bejewelled tassels suspending from underneath upper robe and diadem against the high chignon, glaze chip. 85 cm. high. Est. €2,000 - €3,000 - Price Realized €4,000

A Chinese blanc de chine theatrical group. Circa 1690

Modelled as a lady and her attendant standing beside a joss stick holder on a raised plinth behind two male characters, one holding a sword, the other a fan. 12.8 cm. high, wood stand. Est. €1,500 - €2,000 - Price Realized €1,875

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