"Zhen" Altar Spirit

c. 1850
$680 USD SOLD
Dimensions
W: 5.0" D: 4.0" H: 12.0"
Materials
Wood
Lacquer
Collection #
CMK021
Estimated Shipping
$25

Hand-carved in the 19th century, this evil-conquering guardian was likely created as an offering for a family altar. At the time, people offered fruits, incense and carved spirit figures to respect ancestors, protect family and bring good fortune. "Zhen" is a protector. Armed and garbed in armor, the wooden figure cuts an imposing pose, intricately carved and resplendent in brilliant red lacquer applied over a century ago and still visible today.

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