A LARGE A PARCEL RETICULATED MOUNTAIN SHAPED BISCUIT PORCELAIN VOTIVE ALTAR OR SHRINE CHINA, QING DYNASTY, POSSIBLY KANGXI PERIOD Carved and modeled in the form of a pierced rockwork grotto, the central niche with the figure of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, seated in rajalalisana on a rocky base and holding a child as well as flanked by two attendants. Next to her are a bird, a lingzhi fungus and a celestial pavilion. The is enameled in turquoise and aubergine purple glazes. Offered at auction with an old matching wooden stand adorned with lingzhi fungus. The base of the stand bears the remains of an old antique dealer label. H (stand excluded): 37 cm H (stand included): 40,2 cm Note: For similar examples of these shrines enameled on the biscuit see Chinese Ceramics in the Collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, by Christian J.A. Jorg, published 1997, by the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, p 184 - 185. Also compare with a related shrine, though of smaller size, on sale at Anita Gray Oriental Works of Art. Click HERE to see this related example. 大号山形瓷祭台 中国，清代 NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.