Chinese Sui / Tang Dynasty Straw-Glazed Standing Guardian Figure in armor, the glaze over a buff ceramic, formerly holding a weapon in his right hand with his left raised in prevention. Height 13 3/4 inches (35 cm.). PROVENANCE: Estate of Paul W. Doll, Jr. (1926-2020), Toxaway, North Carolina; formerly a New York Stockbroker, Dolls's collection was mostly Medieval and Renaissance Works of Art that was sold by Christie's, New York after his death. In publicity for the sale, Christie's says that Doll bought from the best dealers looking for Royal provenance and rarity. He retreated to the Appalachian Mountains with his art in the 1970's where his collections remained mostly unknown until his death in 2020. Little is known about his collecting of Chinese art.

Part of helmet appears broken off, the weapon broken off and possible damage to "Cloud" Boots; minor chips, various kiln cracks and lines from the original firing and craquelure to glaze. NOTE: Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Eddie's Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging.