Chinese Carved Precious Coral Group Reclining figure of Guanyin Country reflects the advanced glassworking techniques

reflects the advanced glassworking techniques developed to overcome the production limitations of the early 1700s

Their provenance from Steinway Pianos

Ideal for display on a sideboard

particularly given its substantial scale

layered patina

Chinese Carved Precious Coral Group Reclining figure of Guanyin Country reflects the advanced glassworking techniquesA Chinese Carved Precious Coral Group Reclining figure of Guanyin with attendants. 369g China, circa 1900 Height: 14 cms (5. 5 ins) Width: 24 cms (9. 5 ins) Depth: 3 cms (1. 2 ins) The central focus of the group is the reclining figure of Guanyin, who is depicted with great sensitivity and grace. The figure is posed in a relaxed and contemplative position, with one hand resting on her knee and the other elevated. The carving of the figure is highly