Description:

China, Han Dynasty, ca. 206 BCE to 220 CE. A self-standing pottery human figure of stylized form, with a flowing body positioned like a dancer, limbs obscured by what looks to be depictions of large sleeves and robe. Facial details are simple but clear. The Han Dynasty was a period of wealth and stability for China, and the burial places of their rulers reflected this prosperity; they held hundreds and sometimes thousands of miniature terracotta figures who reflected the daily life of the Emperor's court, including entertaining court figures like this one, warriors clad in full armor, servants, eunuchs, animals, and models of important buildings like granaries. The creation of all these pottery figures spawned a huge industry and the remains of workshops have been found near some of the burial mounds. Size: 4" W x 11.4" H (10.2 cm x 29 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Camocho collection

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#117412

  • Condition: Loss to upper left head and chipping along base, plus overall surface losses, as shown.

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