Dimension:21cm*12cm*33cm

Material:Foshan ceramics

Origin:Foshan

Wu Guiqiang's art works, shi wan's famous Same as picture porcelain doll set in the qing dynasty era. It is a very fine art piece.

Shi Wan is situated in Fo Shan , Guang Dong Province in China, where the red-clay and sand are pre-dominant. Since Tang Dynasty (A.D. 618 - 907), pottery industry was the major industry in this area, producing tableware pottery and figurines in large quantities.

They are famous for their painstaking craftsmanship of the sculptures, with the vivid temperament in their facial expression showing various human emotions, and the physical structure of the muscles & positions. Also the creases and folds of the garments, which are so close to reality that they have to be seen to be believed.

The renowned potters stamp their signature on their artwork and have became highly collectable items.

Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:      Listen to it

This artwork is a hand-carved ceramic monkey sculpture named "Shiwan Ceramic Monkey Sculpture _ Hand Carved Monkey King Statue".

It showcases the image of monkeys in traditional Chinese culture, with rich spiritual and cultural connotations and historical significance.

The monkey sculpture is presented with exquisite skills and delicate craftsmanship, its image is lifelike and seems ready to move at any moment.

Monkey sculptures are often regarded as mascots and guardians, representing wisdom, wit, and agility.

In Chinese culture, monkeys also symbolize changeableness and mischievousness, so this sculpture may have been made to celebrate or pray for good luck.

In addition to its artistic value, this monkey sculpture also has historical significance.

In Chinese history, monkeys are often depicted as characters in myths and legends, such as Sun Wukong.

Sun Wukong is a brave, intelligent, and supernaturally powerful monkey, and his story is widely spread in Chinese culture.

By creating such a monkey sculpture, people can express their respect and love for these traditional stories and cultures.

Overall, this hand-carved ceramic monkey sculpture is a work of art that is rich in artistic value and historical significance.

It not only showcases the image of monkeys in traditional Chinese culture but also conveys people's admiration and appreciation for wisdom, wit, and agility.