Description:

East Asia, China, Han Dynasty, ca. 206 BCE to 220 CE. A hollow pottery head, likely from a tomb mingqi figure or court attendant. Hand-modeled from earthen clay, the head displays a serene, slightly smiling expression with softly rendered facial contours and prominent brows. The figure wears a tall, crested headdress or cap, with incised lines marking the folds or structure of the headgear, suggestive of an official or ceremonial role. Size: 7" L x 3.5" W (17.8 cm x 8.9 cm); 8" H (20.3 cm) on included custom stand. Size: 7" L x 3.5" W (17.8 cm x 8.9 cm); 8" H (20.3 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005

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#195304

  • Condition: Fragment of a larger statue as shown. Stable fissures and chips. Mineral encrustations and earthen deposits covering the entire surface. Comes with a removable display base.

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