{"product_id":"antique-or-vintage-chinese-bronze-metal-lao-tzu-ox-water-buffalo-candlestick","title":"Antique or Vintage Chinese Bronze Metal Lao Tzu Ox Water Buffalo Candlestick","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvocative and symbolic, this vintage Chinese bronze-metal candlestick features the legendary philosopher Lao Tzu riding an ox or water buffalo—an image closely tied to Daoist tradition and inner peace. This sculptural piece serves as both decor and functional candleholder, with a built-in holder (often on the figure’s shoulder or a saddle-mounted platform). The finish has acquired a naturally aged bronze patina, consistent with mid-20th century castings influenced by older Qing and Ming-style imagery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubject: Lao Tzu (Laozi) on ox\/water buffalo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunction: Single taper candlestick holder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Cast bronze (or bronze-alloy metal), aged patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: China, likely mid-20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Traditional Daoist, symbolic, figural\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Length: 4 in. x Width: 1 in x Height: 3.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition; minor wear and oxidation consistent with age; stable base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece combines spiritual iconography with artisanal craftsmanship—ideal for altars, meditation corners, or as an artful accent in any eclectic or Asian-inspired space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Éco-Dépôt Montréal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44167962427574,"sku":null,"price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0510\/7151\/6854\/files\/20250801_124450.jpg?v=1754078420","url":"https:\/\/ecodepotmontreal.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-or-vintage-chinese-bronze-metal-lao-tzu-ox-water-buffalo-candlestick","provider":"Éco-Dépôt Montréal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}