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Natural Rock Bridge

Ming dynasty (1368–1644), dated 1556. Artist: Lu Zhi (Chinese, 1495–1576).

Hanging scroll; ink and color on paper

Dimensions: 

Image: 133 x 62.9 cm

Overall with mounting: 229.9 x 78.7 cm

Overall with knobs: 229.9 x 88.9 cm
 

Gift of Michael B. Weisbrod, 1989 to the Metropolitan Museum

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Rare Large Wood Standing Guanyin

Song Dynasty 960-1279

Height: 152 cm

Provenance:

C.K. Chan Collection, New York & Hong Kong

Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc. at the Carlyle, New York City,

Private Canadian Collection

Published:

C.K. Chan, Zhongguo Gudai Fodiao (Ancient Chinese Buddhist Sculpture), Taiwan, 1989, no. 74 Central Academy of Art, Zhongguo Gudai Fodiao Xuankan (Selections of Ancient Chinese Buddhist Sculpture)

Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc. at the Cartyle, New York City, Buddhist Sculpture: Design and Influence, 1992, no. 21

Exhibited:

National Museum of History, Taipei, "The C.K. Chan Collection", Taipei, 1985 -1987

Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc. at the Cartyle, New York City, Buddhist Sculpture: Design and Influence, 1992, no. 21

The Weisbrod Collection


Since 1972 the Weisbrod name has been synonymous with discerning taste and extensive scholarly knowledge.

With more than 49 years of experience dealing the best ancient Chinese art and with an extensive collection available to the market today, Michael Weisbrod is one of the world's most respected dealers in Chinese art.



Testimonials

I thank Michael Weisbrod of New York for his boldness in acquiring masterpieces as seen in pieces like the "Huge Camel and Foreign Rider", the unique pair of "Northern Ch'i Warriors" and the "Wei Civil Official".

Earl Morse

Michael is highly skilled at finding masterpieces for his clients that helps improve their current art collections. Michael is also a skilled art appraiser. From gallery exhibitions, to art research, and to museum collections. He is a leading expert in Chinese Antiquities and Works of Art.

Sabrina Pearl

No one has a better eye than Michael.

Jon W. Edwards

Michael is the rock star of art dealing. His wide experience in the field, together with the legacy of his late father, and his rare collection of authentic Chinese art pieces and artifacts make him THE guy you want to make business with. 

Gershom Baraza

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