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Gourd Shaped Ornament.
Qing Dynasty.
Papier Mache.
China.
W:28cm x H:13.5cm.
Eccentric Ornament Gourd; grown into an eccentric form by being tied during growth. Undecorated gourds.
They were valued for their pleasant shapes and patination, and for their symbolism; it was not at all unusual to have a few about the studio or home, hanging from a stick, a piece of furniture, or a ruyi, set on a stand, or just lying on a table or in a bowl or dish.
This example, which from a certain angle resembles a young goose, has been restrained during growth by a series of cords to achieve a delightfully eccentric form.
Dimensions
W 280mm, H 135mmStock number
4502gThe BADA Standard
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