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Sculpture of a Mingqi, China, Han Dynasty (206 BC to 221 AD)
. Sculpture of a kneeling soldier.
His hands …
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Sculpture of a Mingqi, China, Han Dynasty (206 BC to 221 AD)
. Sculpture of a kneeling soldier.
His hands are pierced; he must have carried weapons, probably a spear and a shield.
These elements have deteriorated over time.
Terracotta painted with a polychrome slip (traces).
Mingqi are ritual funerary statuettes representing a court entourage meant to serve or protect the deceased in the afterlife.
Dimensions: 17 x 6 x 5 cm.
Excellent condition.
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- Dimensions
- 2.4ʺW × 2ʺD × 6.7ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- 15th Century & Earlier
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Stone Gray
- Condition Notes
- Excellent Excellent less
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