Sixth Century Rare Painted Court Lady

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  • Size

    27cm(H) x 6.5cm(W) / 11"(H) x 3"(W)

  • Item Type

    Figurine

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  • Region

    China

  • Date

    China, Six Dynasties (220 - 589)

  • Condition

    Excellent

  • Full Description

    Sixth Century Rare Painted Court Lady

    6th Century A.D

    Elegant female composition with arms rested by sides concealed by long sleeves of red high-bodiced gown with moulded lapels falling to the base in rhythmic folds, feet protruding slightly. Incised hole in right arm at one time perhaps for a standard.

    Well defined features moulded in low relief, original pigmentation of the eyes and lips remaining, framed by tall black flat-topped hat.

    Loose head as standard attached to body.

    For further examples cf. Toji Taikei, vol. 34, pl.44.