A WOODEN SCULPTURE OF LAOZI RIDING A WATER BUFFALO China, Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1912) or earlier. The wooden sculpture of Laozi, sitting in lalitasana on a young water buffalo, holding a book in his left hand. With visible remains of the original polychrome paint work. Condition: Extensive traces of age and wear, age cracks and material loss to exposed areas. Provenance: Spanish private collection. Weight: 478 g Dimensions: Height 28 cm