Skip to main content
Items Similar to Chinese Stained and Carved Bone Ancestral Figures, A Pair
A matched pair of Chinese soapstone hand carved figures circa 1900
A matched pair of Chinese soapstone hand carved figures circa 1900
Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese
Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese
Very Large Fine Pair Of Chinese Shiwan Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty
Very Large Fine Pair Of Chinese Shiwan Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty
Pair of Qing Dynasty Chinese Religious Temple Architectural Ornament
Pair of Qing Dynasty Chinese Religious Temple Architectural Ornament
Pair of Chinese Wood Statues of Bodhisattva Buddhism Art
Pair of Chinese Wood Statues of Bodhisattva Buddhism Art
Antique Chinese Emperor and Empress Wooden Statues
Antique Chinese Emperor and Empress Wooden Statues
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 12

Chinese Stained and Carved Bone Ancestral Figures, A Pair

$465per set
£352.49per set
€411.10per set
CA$667.40per set
A$672.87per set
CHF 383.14per set
MX$8,179.03per set
NOK 4,522.79per set
SEK 4,509.81per set
DKK 3,072.89per set

About the Item

Hand-Carved Bone Chinese Ancestral Figures, a Man and a Woman. The matched figures stand elegantly on a custom acrylic bases. They are rendered in a vertically elongated format, emphasizing dignity, hierarchy, and spiritual presence. Each figure is carved in high relief from light-toned bone material, with exceptional attention to facial expression, drapery, and symbolic ornamentation. Traces of original red and black staining remain visible within the recesses of the carving, enhancing depth and visual contrast. The female figure is depicted in flowing robes, her serene expression and composed posture conveying grace and refinement. The male figure features a long flowing beard and scholar-like countenance, symbols of wisdom, longevity, and patriarchal authority in Chinese culture. The carvings align with the late Qing dynasty to early Republic period decorative arts. In modern interiors, they can be displayed as a statement pair on a console, bookshelf, or vitrine. They are ideal for Asian-inspired, eclectic, minimalist, or curated antique interiors. The bases provide stability while allowing the carvings to visually "float", keeping the focus on the artistry.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bone,Hand-Carved,Stained
  • Place of Origin:
    China
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bradenton, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: X1stDibs: LU6067248142762

More From This Seller

View All
Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress

Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress

Large Carved and Polychrome Chinese Figurines, Emperor and Empress

Located in Bradenton, FL

Impressive pair of large Chinese Carved and Polychromed Figurines that depict an elegant Emperor and Emperess in refined idealization and ceremonial presence. Each figure stands grac...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Very Large Fine Pair Of Chinese Shiwan Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty

Very Large Fine Pair Of Chinese Shiwan Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty

Very Large Fine Pair Of Chinese Shiwan Figures of Immortals Qing Dynasty

Located in Bradenton, FL

A very fine and large pair of Chinese Glazed Terracotta Shiwan Sculptures of Immortals Zhang Guolao and Lan Caihe, each standing atop a molded pedestal formed with stylized cloud mot...

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Two Ming Style Chinese Pottery Dignitaries

Two Ming Style Chinese Pottery Dignitaries

Two Ming Style Chinese Pottery Dignitaries

Located in Bradenton, FL

Two Chinese Ming style sancai polychrome glaze terracotta pottery figures of Chinese dignitaries in glazed green and ocher terracotta on hexagonal bases and removable heads. The man ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Pottery

Chinese Soapstone Carving Of Man And Woman Sculpture

Chinese Soapstone Carving Of Man And Woman Sculpture

Chinese Soapstone Carving Of Man And Woman Sculpture

Located in Bradenton, FL

Qing Dynasty soapstone carving depicting a man, a woman and a foo dog sitting and laughing. The woman is holding a red rose and both are wearing colorful Chinese dress in red and gre...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin

Chinese Jade Figure of Guanyin

Located in Bradenton, FL

Most likely Ming 15th/16th Century, carved chicken bone jade figure of a standing Guanyin (Quanyin) holding a scroll in one hand, prayer beads in the other. Affixed to carved wood ba...

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Organic Material

Chinese Carved Marble Sitting Guanyin

Chinese Carved Marble Sitting Guanyin

Chinese Carved Marble Sitting Guanyin

Located in Bradenton, FL

Marble statue of carved statue of the Buddhist goddess known as Guanyin, sitting in the lotus position. The peaceful and serene expression on her face conveys calm. She ie also know...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble

You May Also Like

Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese

Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese

Antique Bone Figure of Indochina Male Dignitary Hardwood 19th Century Chinese

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An exquisitely hand carved bone Chinese dignitary standing figure portraying a lavishly dressed bearded male. Difficult to date, in our opinion last quarter of the 19th century. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood, Bone

Pair of Chinese Terracotta Statues in the Tang Dynasty Style

Pair of Chinese Terracotta Statues in the Tang Dynasty Style

Pair of Chinese Terracotta Statues in the Tang Dynasty Style

Located in Atlanta, GA

This striking pair of Chinese terracotta mortuary statues, created in the Tang Dynasty style, reflects the ancient tradition of placing figurines in tombs to accompany the deceased i...

Category

20th Century Chinese Tang Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures

Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures

Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures

Located in Norton, MA

Antique Pair of Chinese Carved Aventurine Quanyin Figures Standing in flowing robes and holding a lotus blossom. Dimensions Heights 9" With open-carved wood bases.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Other Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Stone

Antique Pair of Chinese Export Beaded Kwanyin Figurines, 20th Century

Antique Pair of Chinese Export Beaded Kwanyin Figurines, 20th Century

Antique Pair of Chinese Export Beaded Kwanyin Figurines, 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Similar Chinese beige plastic robed, beaded figurine depicting the Buddhist Goddess with left arm raised, grasping a lotus, right arm relaxed with open palm. (PRICED AS PAIR)...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plastic

A matched pair of Chinese soapstone hand carved figures circa 1900

A matched pair of Chinese soapstone hand carved figures circa 1900

A matched pair of Chinese soapstone hand carved figures circa 1900

Located in Central England, GB

This decorative pair of soapstone carvings depicts traditionally dressed figures of a man and woman. The woman is dressed in ornate robes, and she is holding a fan. The man is a fish...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Soapstone