Lot 161

Large Chinese Daoist Celestial Official Painting on Qilin, 19th Century

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Large Chinese Daoist Celestial Official Painting on Qilin, 19th Century

Estimate: $600 - $1,000

Current Bid: $300

(1 Bid)

by Stevens Auction Company
July 11, 2026 11:00 AM CDT
Live Auction
129 E Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS, US 39730

Large Chinese Daoist celestial official painting, likely 19th century, ink and color on paper or silk, depicting an enthroned bearded deity or heavenly official seated upon a qilin or lion-like mythical beast, flanked by attendants and set beneath a ceremonial canopy with hanging tassels, lotus-form standards, cloud forms, and stylized waves. The figure is shown in richly colored robes with bold red, blue, green, and black pigments. Framed under glass in gilt frame with blue mat. 65.5 in. H, 32 in. W.

  • Condition: Visible creasing, fold lines, toning, pigment wear, scattered stains, small tears, surface abrasions, and age-related discoloration throughout.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $99 $10
$100 $499 $25
$500 $999 $50
$1,000 $2,499 $100
$2,500 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $49,999 $1,000
$50,000 $99,999 $2,500
$100,000 $999,999 $10,000
$1,000,000 + $50,000