Overview
A complete set of eight 10-inch figures representing the 'Ba Xian' or Eight Immortals of Taoist mythology, hand-carved from dense boxwood with subtle polychrome accents.
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Preliminary identification
Hand-Carved Boxwood 'Eight Immortals' Figure Set
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Story
Taoist legend tells of eight ordinary humans who achieved immortality through their mastery of nature's secrets, representing a cross-section of society from royalty to beggars.
Maker / Origin
While these are likely the work of a skilled regional workshop rather than a single named artist, they follow the long-standing tradition of Dongyang or Chaozhou woodcarving.
Condition & Value
The figures appear to be in very good vintage condition with a warm, aged patina. Value is driven by the completeness of the set and the larger 10-inch size, which is more desirable than the common 4-6 inch versions.
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