A Chinese wood group with Zhenwu, carved seated on high stand including square base. Zhenwu ('Dark Warrior' or 'Mysterious Warrior', also known as Xuanwu, Xuandi or Zhenwudadi), one of the higher-ranking deities in Taoism, seated on a high throne surrounded by water, dressed in full armour and a long flowing robe, with tight headgear decorated with a crescent moon, his left hand raised, his right hand with missing attribute, at his feet his characteristic companions, the tortoise, accompanied by a guard with damaged nose and missing weapon and left arm.Origin: ChinaPeriod: 19th -20th centurySizes: 17.40 cm. H x 18.90 cm. W x 9.80 cm. D6.85 in. H x 7.44 in. W x 3.86 in. D