Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Material Cardboard Tikka is applied to the

Tikka is applied to the forehead and the ashes serve as a reminder that all existence eventually ends with ash

Although pottery has been produced in China for over 15

The bell is surmounted by a finely cast devotional figure seated in prayer

reflecting the thoughtful functionality of the design

we can paint it any colour you wish at extra cost

Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Material Cardboard Tikka is applied to theAncestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries and played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honored daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern