Guandi - The Grim Faced God of War

by Kat Miller
(Yorkshire, UK)

Guandi, The Grim Faced God of War

Guandi is a truly stunning Chinese polychrome pottery figure. He's known as The Grim Faced God of War and is Circa 16th Century Ming Dynasty, Wanli Period (1573-1620).

He is an imposing seated figure about 15cms tall, wearing armour and robes with turquoise, aubergine and mustard details. His head is unglazed in typical period fashion and his expression is absolutely perfect.

Tradition states that Guandi brings luck and prosperity to your household.

We found him at a Yorkshire Auction House and spotted him from across a large room. He was sitting in a cabinet amongst loads of plaques and plates and he just dominated the whole area.

We've had him Guandi for a good few years now and he sits in pride of place surrounded by a pair of Jade Dogs of Fu.

Has he brought luck and prosperity to our house... probably. He certainly hasn't brought anything bad.

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Awesome Figure
by: Jack Hutchins

That's an awesome looking figure. He looks as though he really means business and would look superb in my collection of Chinese figures.

If you're every selling let me know.... Jack