Green & white carved rock (Serpentine ?) of water buffalo , with star symbol on top of head. Figure (Budda ?) riding on back of buffalo, with other items next to it. Size is 10.5" long x 3.25" thick x 9.0" tall. Can not find any identification marks. This was purchased at an estate sale.
History unknown
Hello Carolyn,
Thank you for your appraisal inquiry with Mearto. I apologize for the delay in your appraisal and thank you for your patience. The item presented appears to be a carved soapstone sculpture of a Chinese herdboy riding a water buffalo. The sun symbol appears to be a decorative element. The object appears to date to the late 19th or 20th century.
The estimate provided is based on recent auction estimates and results of other comparable soapstone carving of water buffalo or ox with a herdboy, dating to the 20th century. The estimate is contingent on a full condition report. Please note asking or dealer prices may vary. Thank you and please take care.
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