Carved Wooden Figure of a Sage with Child

A finely carved wooden sculpture depicting an elder sage holding a staff, accompanied by a young child. The sage is portrayed in traditional attire, with flowing robes and an elongated beard, suggestive of wisdom and stature. His staff, intricately detailed, features a gourd suspended near the top, a common motif symbolizing health and longevity in traditional Chinese art. The child, standing closely by the elder’s side, holds a large fish in his hands, an iconographic representation often associated with abundance and prosperity.

The back of the sculpture reveals further detailing, including the carefully rendered folds of the sage’s garments and a traditional wide-brimmed hat carried over the shoulder. The composition is mounted on a dynamic base carved to mimic naturalistic forms, lending a sense of movement and life to the scene.

Period: 20th Century
Material: Wood

Dimensions:
Base Width: Approx. 5 inches (12.7 cm)
Height: Approx. 12 inches (30.5 cm)