A LARGE WOOD PANEL, China, 20th century

h cm 37 x l cm 83,5

Finely carved and rendered in low relief, the piece depicts a battle scene with the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, soaring among the clouds wielding his magical staff, Ruyi Jingu Bang, while the soldiers below flee in terror amidst stylised clouds and rocks. The entire scene is framed by a finely carved border, adorned with Greek-key motifs and delicate floral ornamentation.

20世纪    “大闹天宫”木雕作品