Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Slippers This beautiful white marble 3

This beautiful white marble 3 way niche is hand carved in the classical Mughal style

original patina consistent with its age and use

stands apart from the many modern mango wood reproductions currently on the market

110 x 45 x 90 (wxdxh cms)

75 w x 3 cm drop

Chinese Ancestor Figure - 19thC Slippers This beautiful white marble 3Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries and played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honored daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern