Ancient Chinese

Chinese Green-Glazed Pottery Court Official – Ming Dynasty (14th–17th Century AD) A finely modeled green-glazed pottery figure of a Chinese court official dating to the Ming Dynasty (14th–17th Century AD). The figure stands upon a rectangular pedestal wearing a long cream-colored robe beneath a vivid emerald-green overcoat, while a tall ceremonial hat identifies him as a government official or court attendant. He carries a scroll or ceremonial tablet in one hand, an attribute associated with scholarly rank and imperial administration. The rich copper-green glaze contrasts beautifully with the unglazed buff earthenware, creating the elegant polychrome appearance characteristic of Ming funerary ceramics. Such figures were placed within elite tombs as mingqi (“spirit objects”), intended to accompany and serve the deceased in the afterlife while reflecting the prestige and hierarchy of the imperial court. This example displays crisp modeling, an attractive glossy glaze, and excellent overall preservation, making it a highly decorative and historically significant example of Ming funerary art. Material: Glazed Earthenware Dimensions: Height 49cm Weight: 2,6 kg ! Provenance: Acquired in France from an auction dispersing a French private collection formed during the 1940s. All items come with CoA sent to your email address. Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.

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