Bidspirit auction | 19th Century Chinese Carved Wood

19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Figure of a Buddhist Monk - A Chinese carved wooden figure of a standing Buddhist monk. The figure is carved from a dense hardwood, likely boxwood, finished with a dark brown stain. It stands on a gnarled, rocky base and features a detachable flat-brimmed hat that fits onto a central post on the head. The monk is dressed in flowing robes and holds a string of prayer beads with a fly whisk tucked under his left arm. The face is carved with an expressive smile and features inlaid light-colored eyes. No maker marks or signatures are present on the exterior or underside. Height: approximately 19 cm.