The Han Dynasty Money Tree

The Han dynasty money tree with auspicious monkey figure on top with original polychromes and patina.

Attached please find a copy of Oxford authentication certificate for the Han dynasty pottery ?money tree? .

I would like to briefly share the following with you on the use of money tree in the Han dynasty:

1/ representing a wish for the decease that he/she would have a comfortable and happy life after death.

2/ The tree is also use symbolically to connect mortal life to the next life in Daoist/Buddhist belief

3/ simultaneously Money tree with a monkey figure on top is a symbol of wisdom, prosperity and good fortune in ancient China

Age:206BC-220AD Origin: Shaanxi Height:59cm

Vendor: Oi Ling Fine Chinese Antiques

Address: 58 Hollywood Road, Central District, Hong Kong