Chinese 15th/16th Century Ming Dynasty Limestone Carving of Buddhism Guarding Panel

 



 

 

 

Origin :   China

Period & Style : 15th/16th century, Ming dynasty

Material :  Limestone

Size & Weight : H. 19.48in. ( 49.50cm )    W. 9.05in. ( 23cm )

Condition :   Small damages on the mouth and nose, and other parts due to age.

This panel is an authentic old stone carving, not the new carved fake item.
The surface was cleaned and shows the real old patina.
All the characters of the helmet and armour are in Ming style.
The helmet is quite special in the Chinese dynasties, three goose feathers decoration is different from the other ancient dynasty styles.
According to the book of " Ming History", the decoration of goose feather began in the Ming dynasty, it was a symbol of honorable mention; three feathers meant the top honor.

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