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Set of Five Chinese Sancai Female Attendant Figures

$2,680per set
£2,030.87per set
€2,340.35per set
CA$3,790.26per set
A$4,076.11per set
CHF 2,179.50per set
MX$49,156.69per set
NOK 27,561.30per set
SEK 25,111.89per set
DKK 17,487.58per set

About the Item

Molded of earthenware, this set of five petite sculptures are a type of centuries-old burial figurine known as míngqì. Such model figures were placed in tombs of individuals with high status to ensure a safe journey to the afterlife. Meant to depict the pleasures of daily life, common burial figures were warriors, dancers, male and female figures and animals. These míngqìs depict court ladies wearing flowing robes with their hair pulled up into an elaborate coiffure. The sculptures are coated with green and yellow glaze which have now weathered from age, revealing the original ceramic form.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CESB0051stDibs: LU820036189322

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