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Full DescriptionItem: Complete set of 4 vintage Mid-Century Chinese Immortal / figure shadow box wall plaques.Top-Left: Lü Dongbin (呂洞賓)
Attributes: Depicted as an elder scholar with an official flanged hat/cap and a beard, carrying his signature demon-slaying magic sword upright across his back/shoulder.Top-Right: Tieguai Li (Iron Crutch Li / 李鐵拐)
Attributes: Depicted as an ascetic wanderer holding a tall walking staff/crutch upright over his left shoulder.Bottom-Left: Zhongli Quan (漢鍾離)
Attributes: Identified by his traditional double bun hairstyle (two distinct side topknots), flowing robes, and his magical fan held up behind his left shoulder.Bottom-Right: Lan Caihe (藍採和)
Attributes: Portrayed as a youthful, clean-shaven figure cradling a woven basket of flowers and medicinal plants across their chest.Maker / Brand: Sungott Art Studios, New York (bearing the original black-and-gold foil shield label:"Beauty for the Home - Sungott Art Studios, New York").Model / Style Number: Stamped/penciled 822 on the upper reverse of each plaque.Era: Circa 1950s–1960s (classic Hollywood Regency / Chinoiserie style).Figures:
Faux ivory / molded resin or composition relief figures depicting traditional Chinese scholars/immortals (including figures holding a fan, staff, basket/scroll, and sword).Cream-colored with subtle brown/sepia antique wash accentuating the robe folds and facial details.Framing & Presentation:Cream/off-white painted wooden shadow box frames with stepped molding and gold/gilt inner accent trim.Vibrant crimson/cherry red textured fabric (silk/faille/rayon) backing providing high-contrast display.
Glass front covers.Original red ribbon hanging loops with small white/cream plastic rings at the top.Measurements: 10.75" x 6" x 2"Detailed ConditionFigures & Interiors: Excellent vintage condition. The molded relief figures are intact with no broken hands, implements, or chips. Backing fabrics retain rich, bold red coloration without noticeable water stains or significant fading.Glass: Intact, clean, and clear on all four frames with no visible cracks, chips, or deep scratches.Frames: Good vintage condition. They show light, age-appropriate cosmetic wear, including minor paint rubbing/scuffs along the outer frame edges and corners, as well as minor natural paint separation at the mitered frame corners.Hangers & Reverse:All 4 original red ribbon loops and plastic hanging rings are present and securely attached.Original paper dust covers on the backs are intact with all 4 original Sungott Art Studios foil labels fully present.Backing paper exhibits light age toning, minor surface wrinkling, and original pencil/ink model number notations ("822").Please review the attached pictures for additional details.
