After an Eye-Opening Ceremony, a flat piece of wood called a bung was sealed with adhesive to cover the consecrated image’s back cavity. The image’s rear side was then painted and/or covered with lacquer to permanently seal the cavity, make it tamper proof and assure articles placed inside would remain and complete the artistic scheme on the front of the piece.
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Dense hardwood Queen Mother carving with phoenix in crown, holding robe across body, calmly seated on backless throne, much original polychrome and lacquer finish remains. Sealed consecrated cavity.
Our most unique and finely crafted Kitchen God couple. Beautifully carved, clasping hu tablets, approachable features, smiling lips. Painted character for “happiness.” and exposed original consecration paper in the goddess figure provides a rare, captivating, and authentic look at Chinese folk religion sought by collectors actively seek out.
This carving of the noted historical figure Dorgon, the principal regent of the first Qing Emperor Shunzhi who ruled from 1643-1650 as a”quasi” emperor based on the four-character inscription “Southern Holy Emperor” holding a hu tablet. A great piece for history buffs.
Finely carved mirror images Kitchen God and his wife on backless chairs with multi-sided pedestals Naturally darkened lacquer, soft patina. Both with original wooden plugs completely sealing their consecration cavities.Unique house warming/wedding gift.
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