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Its elongated body
the jaw of a crocodile
These vases are hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way
handcrafted and hand-painted
This particular cabinet is in excellent condition and still retains most of the gilt work painted design on the front
Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figures - 19thC Finish - Painted Its elongated bodyAncestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. It played an important part of each families clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honoured 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 southern and eastern provinces
