Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque

Round black and white veined marble plaque with a detailed white line engraving of three figures in traditional Chinese robes representing the City God (Cheng Huang). 8 inches in diameter.
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Round black and white veined marble plaque with a detailed white line engraving of three figures in traditional Chinese robes representing the City God (Cheng Huang). 8 inches in diameter. Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
Mid-Century Chinese Etched "City God" Cheng Huang Marble Plaque
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Invite a sophisticated historic energy to your study with this 1950s Chinese Marble Plaque, featuring an intricately etched "City God" Cheng Huang iconography. Hand-etched into natural black-and-white veined marble, the imagery depicts the deity responsible for local protection and justice, rendered in fine white lines that contrast beautifully against the dark, organic patterns of the stone.

Origin: China
Era: Mid-Century (1950s–1960s)
Material: Marble
Dimensions: 7.50" Diameter
Condition: Excellent
Special Feature: Traditional line-etching technique on natural stone.
Note: I measure in quarter inches. 
Cheng Huang is traditionally believed to be the spirit of a deceased official who protected the city in life.

Whether leaned against a row of leather-bound books or displayed prominently on its stand, it brings a sense of grounded history and spiritual depth to an office. It is a piece that invites close inspection, bridging the gap between ancient folk belief and the precision of mid-century artisanal craftsmanship. It doesn't just decorate a desk; it watches over it with the steady gaze of a civil protector.