Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 359
Chinese Mudman Figural Ceramic Sculpture, Mid-20th Century
Estimate: $200 - $300
Starting Bid
$15
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
A hand-painted ceramic figure depicting a seated Chinese mudman, shown in a relaxed pose scratching his back with one hand raised behind his shoulder. The figure is modeled with expressive facial features, a long beard, and traditional attire in earthy tones with red and blue accents. He is seated atop a naturalistic rock-form base, a characteristic element of mudman figures, which were popular decorative export wares. The underside bears a stamped “China” mark.
Dimensions: Height 7 in; Length 5 in; Width 4 in
Condition: Overall good condition with light wear consistent with age. Minor surface wear, paint loss, and glaze imperfections present. Some staining visible to the underside; no major cracks or repairs observed.
Chinese mudman, ceramic figure, Asian figurine, hand painted ceramic, vintage Chinese export, figural sculpture, decorative ceramic, seated figure, collectible figurine
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