Zhenwu
Figure
early 17th century (made), early 19th century (mounted)
early 17th century (made), early 19th century (mounted)
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A moulded figure of Zhenwu the Dark Warrior, seated on a high pedestalled throne, the throne on a later European ormolu base. The figure is shown with flowing robe, hair and beard, with both hands placed on the knees. The head, hands, feet and cape are gilded, the rest of the figure being glazed in turquoise and blue.
Object details
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| Title | Zhenwu (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Porcelain, glazed and gilded, set on ormolu base |
| Brief description | Figure of Zhenwu the Dark Warrior, porcelain glazed in turquoise and blue and gilded; China, Ming dynasty, early 17th century, with early 19th century European ormolu mouint. |
| Physical description | A moulded figure of Zhenwu the Dark Warrior, seated on a high pedestalled throne, the throne on a later European ormolu base. The figure is shown with flowing robe, hair and beard, with both hands placed on the knees. The head, hands, feet and cape are gilded, the rest of the figure being glazed in turquoise and blue. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mr C. N. Ades, in memory of his wife Andrée |
| Production | Register |
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| Accession number | FE.30-1978 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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