Lot 63. A Dehua figure of Buddha, Ming dynasty, circa 1630. Estimate £6,000 – £8,000 ($8,742 - $11,656). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016

The figure is seated in dhyanasana on a double lotus base, wearing long flowing robes open at the chest revealing elaborate beaded jewellery and a Buddhist swastika. The hair is tightly curled and the face has a serene expression. Covered in a rich creamy white glaze.
11 ¼ in. (28.5 cm.) high

Provenance: From an important private French collection.

Christie's. INSPIRED THEMES: A FINE SELECTION OF CHINESE WORKS OF ART, 10 May 2016, London, King Street