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Chinese / Taiwanese Antique Temple Architectural Carved Wood Panel
Beautiful old hand-carved architectural panel featuring an intricate pierced and relief-carved figural scene, finished in traditional red lacquer with parcel-gilt decoration and small polychrome accents.
The carving is constructed from wood and retains substantial evidence of age and traditional workmanship on both the front and unfinished reverse.
The exact temple, individual carver and date of manufacture are unfortunately no longer known. Because those details cannot presently be independently documented, the piece is being offered based upon its physical construction, traditional carving, age, decoration and family provenance rather than being assigned to a specific dynasty or temple.
Approximate size: 8 inches tall × 9.75 inches wide
The panel has a substantial red-painted outer frame surrounding the separately detailed pierced carving.
Despite the wear, the principal figural carving remains remarkably complete and visually strong.
No restoration or repainting history is known.
Please inspect all close-up and reverse photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and clearly show the construction and condition.
You will receive the exact carved panel pictured.
An unusual survivor of traditional Chinese/Taiwanese architectural craftsmanship and an excellent piece for a serious collection of Chinese folk art, Taiwanese temple art, Asian architectural elements, carved wood, lacquer work or religious decorative arts.
Ships insured and securely packed.
