Item Report
Republic Period Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Fu Lu Shou Figurine Group
民国时期中国雕漆福禄寿三仙摆件
By: Unknown workshop
Style: Republic Period Chinese Decorative Art
Origin: China
Materials: Cinnabar lacquer over a wood or composite core
Age: c. 1912-1949
Condition: Very Good (minor surface wear consistent with age, no apparent cracks or major losses)
Value: $100–$250
Maker's Marks / Writing: None visible.
Date: 2025-06-03 06:07:07.714949
Description:
This figurine group depicts the Three Star Gods—Fu, Lu, and Shou—representing blessings, prosperity, and longevity in Chinese tradition. It is carved from cinnabar lacquer, a traditional Chinese decorative technique characterized by intricate carving and a deep red color. Such objects were especially popular from the late Qing through the Republic period (early 20th century). The figure group is compact, well-detailed, and likely a decorative altar piece for domestic use. The figures can be identified by their attributes: Fu holds a child, Lu is typically shown with a ruyi scepter, and Shou has a peach and a high-domed forehead. 该雕像组描绘了中国传统中的三位星神——福、禄、寿，象征着福气、富贵和长寿。其采用中国传统雕漆工艺制成，雕刻精细，色泽深红。此类摆件在清末至民国时期（20世纪初）尤为流行。该组像体型紧凑，细节丰富，多作为居家供奉的摆件，三位神可通过各自的属性识别：福星抱童，禄星手持如意，寿星额头高且持寿桃。
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A fine example of domestic cinnabar lacquer carving from the Republic period, with typical figures and strong color. Shows good decorative appeal. If undamaged, such pieces are moderately desirable among collectors of Chinese decorative arts. 这是民国时期居家雕漆工艺的优秀代表，典型人物及色泽鲜明，具有良好的装饰效果。如未受损，这类摆件在中国工艺美术品收藏群体中具有一定吸引力。
Individual Images:
- The detail in this image closely displays the typical red cinnabar lacquer surface
- with slight darkening in crevices from age and handling. There are no visible chips or cracks around the base or high relief areas
- which are common points of damage in older cinnabar pieces. The figures' facial details and garments remain sharp
- indicating the carving has not been excessively worn or cleaned.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (minor surface wear consistent with age, no apparent cracks or major losses)
Identification Score: 95%
The iconography, carving style, and material are highly distinctive for Republic period cinnabar lacquer works. The presence of Fu, Lu, and Shou together is a clear identifying feature. 图像内容、雕刻风格和材质都与民国时期雕漆作品高度吻合。福禄寿三仙的组合是明显的身份特征。
Authenticity Score: 80%
There are no obvious signs of modern manufacture, but such cinnabar pieces have been continuously produced. The carving and wear are consistent with early-to-mid 20th century examples, making authenticity likely but not absolutely certain without physical inspection. 未发现明显现代制作迹象，但雕漆制品长期有仿制现象。其雕刻工艺和使用痕迹与二十世纪初中期相符，真实性较高，但无实物检测下无法百分百确定。
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Keywords
cinnabar lacquer, Fu Lu Shou, Republic period, Chinese decorative art, antique figurine, blessing gods, lacquer carving 雕漆，福禄寿，民国时期，中国装饰艺术，古董雕像，三仙，漆雕
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