A Pair of Gilt and Red Lacquered Wood Figures of Guardians MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) 明 木雕天王像兩件 each muscular figure depicted in a wide stance bracing in action above an angular rocky base, cloaked in windswept robes and sashes billowing to reveal beaded necklaces at the chest. The faces carved and detailed with painted arched eyebrows and fierce expressions. Height of largest 25 1/4 in., 64 cm.