Zhenwu
Figure
1368-1644 (made)
1368-1644 (made)
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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 wearing armour and a flowing robe, with flowing hair and beard. The right arm and leg are raised. Portions of the figure, including the face, are unglazed.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | Zhenwu (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Earthenware glazed in turquoise and blue, with European ormolu mount |
| Brief description | Figure of Zhenwu the Dark Warrior, earthenware glazed in turquoise and blue, with European ormolu mount; China, Ming dyansty |
| 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 wearing armour and a flowing robe, with flowing hair and beard. The right arm and leg are raised. Portions of the figure, including the face, are unglazed. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mr C.N. Ades, in memory of his wife Andrée |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | FE.29-1978 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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