A Chinese carved ivory scholar A Chinese carved ivory scholar A Chinese carved ivory scholar A Chinese carved ivory scholar

A Chinese carved ivory scholar

Reference: ART1003385

The smiling figure is carved wearing an officials cap and robes, and holding a pair of castanets. The base is apocryphally inscribed 'Qianlong'.

Please note: this lot contains ivory and is therefore subject to the relevant trade restrictions in correspondence with CITES regulations. Customers should familiarize themselves with the relevant CITES regulations before bidding. More information can be obtained through the saleroom.