Tang‑Dynasty Stone Seated Patron Figure Holding Infant

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Dimensions: Total height 31.5 cm (12.40 inches), base width 15.6 cm (6.14 inches), weight 6.15 kg; Period: 7th-10th centuries; Condition and Provenance: The figure and base are carved as one piece, largely intact. Minor ancient chipping marks are present on the edges of the headdress and robe, indicating burial, but no major damage or loss. Facial features, the infant being held, and the folds of the robe are clearly and sharply carved. The stone surface is covered with a thick natural burial patina, with faint traces of original painting visible, most of which has faded over time. Localized natural weathering and erosion are also visible. There is no modern restoration, filling, or gluing; no mechanical polishing or chemical cleaning; the original excavated stone shell is completely preserved. This stone sculpture was originally in a private collection in San Francisco, California, USA. It entered North America in the 1970s and was once owned by a seasoned collector specializing in antiquities. Chinese stone sculpture. This piece has always been kept in a dark, humidity-controlled warehouse and has never been auctioned or publicly exhibited. Description: This Tang Dynasty stone seated statue is carved from bluish-gray stone. The figure sits upright with a high-piled bun and a round, full face, showcasing classic Tang Dynasty female aesthetics, with a gentle and serene expression. She wears a wide-sleeved, cross-collar robe with simple, flowing folds. Her left arm holds a lively and adorable infant, while her right hand is raised, seemingly holding something. Her feet stand firmly on a one-piece base. This rare stone sculpture reflects folk beliefs and daily life in Tang Dynasty China. The carving style is simple yet powerful, and the figure's expression is vivid and lifelike. Multiple layers of weathering and burial marks are clearly visible.

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