Han Xiangzi

Figure of Immortal
1662-1722 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Figure of the Daoist Immortal Han Xiangzi, decorated with enamels in the famille verte palette on the 'biscuit' body, holding a flute in the right hand and with the left hand hidden in his left sleeve. Standing on a square plinth.

Object details

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Object type
TitleHan Xiangzi (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Porcelain painted in enamels on the biscuit
Brief description
Figure of the Daoist Immortal Han Xiangzi, porcelain painted with enamels in the famille verte palette ; China (Jingdezhen), Qing dynasty
Physical description
Figure of the Daoist Immortal Han Xiangzi, decorated with enamels in the famille verte palette on the 'biscuit' body, holding a flute in the right hand and with the left hand hidden in his left sleeve. Standing on a square plinth.
Dimensions
  • Height: 26cm
Styles
Credit line
Given by Mr C. N. Ades, in memory of his wife Andrée
Production
label
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
FE.13-1978

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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