Where was the Chinese Mudman figurine made?
This is a beautifully produced Chinese mudman figurine, made in the Wanjiang district of Guangdong province, and dating to around the 1970’s. ‘CHINA / Wanjiang’ is incised into the base.
Are there any Chinese Mudmen on eBay?
Many Chinese Mudmen or Mud figures are listed on Ebay as vintage but buyers should be cautious and closely examine the pictures as well as ask questions to determine the real age of the piece. Many of the pieces listed are in fact recent products from some of the same Chinese centers that created the old-style mudmen from the turn of the century.
Where can I find ancient Chinese mud figures?
Modern figures that are commonly sold today also can be found in these various forms but human figures in the ancient poses are the more common. Mud figures primarily come from the pottery centers of the Shiwan and Wanjiang area in Guangdong Province as well as other regions of China.
When did the first Chinese Mudman come out?
Many of the pieces listed are in fact recent products from some of the same Chinese centers that created the old-style mudmen from the turn of the century. Vintage mud figures date for the most part from the 1900’s to the mid 1950’s.
This is a beautifully produced Chinese mudman figurine, made in the Wanjiang district of Guangdong province, and dating to around the 1970’s. ‘CHINA / Wanjiang’ is incised into the base.
Many Chinese Mudmen or Mud figures are listed on Ebay as vintage but buyers should be cautious and closely examine the pictures as well as ask questions to determine the real age of the piece. Many of the pieces listed are in fact recent products from some of the same Chinese centers that created the old-style mudmen from the turn of the century.
Modern figures that are commonly sold today also can be found in these various forms but human figures in the ancient poses are the more common. Mud figures primarily come from the pottery centers of the Shiwan and Wanjiang area in Guangdong Province as well as other regions of China.
How to tell if a Chinese Mudman is antique?
The low-firing technique often produced crackle in the glaze. Newer kinds of mudmen have matte glazes that are very different. Even if they have a crackle in the glaze, the muted colors will tip you off that the figures are not antiques. Inspect the face. Most antique figurines have charming faces of wizened old men.
