Chinese figurine, 19th century

Chinese figurine, 19th century.
Carved wood.
Measurements: 7.5 x 20 x 7.5 cm.

19th-century Chinese sculpture, possibly an amulet, made of bronze with a dark patina, depicting a reclining nude female figure with her head resting on a small support and her body turned to one side. The composition stands out for its intimate nature and the stylization of the anatomical forms, achieved through rounded volumes and gently modeled surfaces. The face, with almond-shaped eyes and schematic features, has a serene expression, while the gathered hair and the arrangement of the limbs lend a delicate compositional rhythm.