Ivory 19th century Chinese doctors lady figure: Measuring 23...

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£320

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Ivory 19th century Chinese doctors lady figure: Measuring 23cm long, well carved and unsigned. These were used for female patients to advise doctors of the position of their ailments, rather than pointing to body parts or undressing, thus avoiding embarrassment. Bears original sale label from gallery for £445 some number of years ago.

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Auction Date:
8th Oct 21 at 10am BST

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