One figure is carved as Shoulao holding a gnarled staff which dangles a book in his left arm and his right arm holds flowers, and a boy attendant stands next to him holding an open book. The other figure is carved as Shoulao holding a gnarled staff dangling a scroll and a peach in the other hand, he is accompanied by an attendant also holding a peach. The matched couple, the gentleman is wearing a dragon robe an an official's hat, one hand is raised holding his beard and the other hand is holding a sword. The lady is carved with an elaborate hairdo and wearing a robe and shawl decorated with phoenix, she holds a ruyi sceptre in her left hand. Three with a wood stand, the other with a wire-inlaid wood stand. The Shoulao group: 22.7 cm. high without the wood stand. The Shoulao and boy: 16.5 cm. high without the base, 19.5 cm. with base The matched couple: 20.3 cm. high Please note: this lot contains ivory and is therefore subject to the relevant trade restrictions in correspondence with CITES regulations. Customers should familiarize themselves with the relevant CITES regulations before bidding. More information can be obtained through the saleroom. Condition: Both carvings appear to be in overall good condition. The Shoulao and boy and the matched couple: The carving is connected to the wood stand. Origin: China Period: Early 20th century