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Chinese Male Mingqi Spirit Attendant
About the Item
Molded of earthenware, this petite sculpture is 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.
This míngqì is of a male attendant dressed in a long gown, hands folded in front and topped by a towering coiffure or headdress. The sculpture is coated with a pale glaze and has now weathered from age, revealing the original ceramic form.
- Dimensions:Height: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
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