Mid-Century Red Resin Sitting Chinese Boy Reading Book on Water Buffalo Figurine

Description

Stunning Heavy solid red resin Chinese child with straw hat is reading a book while sitting on top of a … more Stunning Heavy solid red resin Chinese child with straw hat is reading a book while sitting on top of a resting water buffalo with beautiful details. There is also a baby water buffalo near its mother. In Chinese literature and art history during the Ming and Qing dynasty, the picturesque scene of a "little boy riding on the buffalo" is a favorite motif, intended to give aesthetic pleasure to the beholder, and as an expression of good wishes, concerning the recipient's longevity.
It is in excellent condition.
Dimensions (approximately):
8" L x 6.25" H x 4.5" W
5.3 lbs less