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Chinese Carved Empress (or Female Warrior) on Horseback

China

Late 19th

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A detailed, finely incised vintage sculpture depicting a Chinese empress or female warrior figure in full ceremonial imperial attire and elaborate headdress, holding reins and a traditional sword while riding a caparisoned horse on an integrated decorative scroll-work base. The four-character square seal mark is written in stylized Chinese seal script (篆书). It reads : 乾隆年製 (Qianlong Nian Zhi)Translation: "Made during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor"

Details

Inventory Code: 0308
Category: Ivory
Material: Ivory
Origin: China
Period: Late 19th
Dimensions: 11.5x5x21
Condition: Excellent cosmetic condition with minimal wear commensurate with age.