Lot 38
A Japanese carved hardwood figure of Li Tie Kuai, Meiji period
Auction: 25 March 2009 at 11:00 GMT
£375
Description
holding a double gourd vase aloft and with his foot raised on a crutch, on pierced and carved plinth base
Dimensions
37cm high
Footnote
Note: Li Tie Kuai is one of the eight Daoist immortals. His spirit is reputed to inhabit the body of a dying begger and he is traditionally depicted clutching a pilgrim's gourd and being supported by a crutch. He is known for his benevolence to the poor, sick and needy.