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Add a symbol of longevity and wisdom to your home with this exceptional pair of vintage Chinese bronze sculptures. These …
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Add a symbol of longevity and wisdom to your home with this exceptional pair of vintage Chinese bronze sculptures. These exquisite pieces depict the classic motif of a crane standing atop a turtle (or tortoise), known in Chinese culture as "Gui He Yan Nian" (龟鹤延年), representing enduring peace, longevity, and harmony.
Key Details:
Intricate Craftsmanship: The sculptures feature high-relief (gao fu diao) detailing. The cranes' feathers are delicately rendered in silver, contrasting beautifully with the rich, gilded gold finish of their bodies and necks.
Dynamic Composition: Each base features a meticulously detailed turtle with its head raised, supporting the long, elegant legs of the cranes. The cranes are posed gracefully, with one head looking forward and the other turning back, creating a beautiful symmetrical balance.
Substantial Weight: These are solid, heavy pieces. Each sculpture weighs approximately 3,500 grams (7.7 lbs), indicating high-quality, solid bronze construction.
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- Dimensions
- 8.3ʺW × 8.3ʺD × 13.4ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Solid bronze construction, no cracks or repairs. Minor age-related surface wear consistent with hand-finished metalwork. Please view all photos for … moreSolid bronze construction, no cracks or repairs. Minor age-related surface wear consistent with hand-finished metalwork. Please view all photos for full condition. less
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