Traditional Chinese Folk Art Hand Carved Hardwood Scholar FigurineTraditional Chinese Folk Art Hand Carved Hardwood Scholar Figurine This hand carved wooden sculpture is a classic example of Chinese figural folk art, likely dating from the mid 20th century. It depicts a revered cultural figure, potentially one of the Eight Immortals such as Li Tieguai (often shown as a wise elder with a staff) or a scholar wise man. Product Description Subject: A traditional Chinese figure, possibly an Immortal, Sage, or Scholar.