Item Report
Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Shou Lao Figurine
民国时期瓷寿老人像
By: Unknown
Style: Chinese Republic Period Figurines
Origin: China
Materials: Glazed porcelain
Age: circa 1912-1949 (Republic of China period)
Condition: Very Good (no visible major cracks or chips; minor glaze wear may be present)
Value: $120 - $300
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker’s mark from this angle; full base inspection needed for further information.
Date: 2025-06-04 01:35:00.524452
Description:
This is a glazed porcelain figurine depicting Shou Lao (also known as Shou Xing or the God of Longevity), a prominent deity in Chinese culture symbolizing long life and good fortune. The figure is shown seated on a large peach, which is another traditional symbol of immortality. The figure features a bald head, long white beard, and is clad in a ochre/brown robe, with colored glazes showcasing green, red, and brown hues. 这是一尊描绘寿老（亦称寿星或长寿之神）的釉瓷雕像，寿老是中国文化中代表长寿与吉祥的重要神祇。雕像中寿老坐于一颗巨大的寿桃之上，寿桃是长生不老的传统象征。寿老形象为光头、长白须，身穿赭色长袍，瓷器釉色以绿色、红色及褐色为主，造型生动。
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Assessment:
A well-modeled example of a Shou Lao porcelain figurine from the Chinese Republic period. The figurine displays good glaze technique and vibrant coloration, with moderate quality in details and a typical representation for the era. Market value is moderate, with greater value if undamaged and with clear provenance. 这是一尊制作精良的民国时期寿老人瓷像，釉色表现出色，色彩鲜艳，细节刻画达到当时典型工艺水准。如无损伤且有明确来源证据，其市场价值较为理想。
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Provenance:
No provenance provided.
Condition:
Very Good (no visible major cracks or chips; minor glaze wear may be present)
Identification Score: 95%
The subject, style, and material are all strongly indicative of Republic Period Chinese porcelain. The pose and iconography are consistent with representations of Shou Lao. The coloration, glazes and construction match known pieces from this era. 题材、风格和材质均显示为民国时期中国瓷器。造型及符号与传统寿老人形象一致，色彩及工艺与同类时期作品相符。
Authenticity Score: 85%
There are good stylistic, construction, and glaze signs of Republican-era manufacture. However, without close inspection of the base, marks, and glaze surface, it is difficult to be 100% certain of authenticity. Visible features suggest genuine period work but leave room for caution due to the frequency of later copies. 风格、工艺和釉色均显示民国时期制作特征。由于未能详细查看底部、款识及釉面，仅凭图片难以做出百分百的真伪判断。目前特征倾向于真品，但鉴于后期仿品较多，仍需谨慎。
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Keywords
Chinese, Republic Period, porcelain, Shou Lao, longevity, figurine, glazed ceramic, peach symbol 中国, 民国时期, 瓷器, 寿老人, 长寿, 人物雕像, 釉陶, 寿桃
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