This pottery head was made some 2,000 years ago during the Han Dynasty (206 BC - AD 220). It has been made in a two-part mould, luted together at the sides. After firing it was "cold painted" in white, black and red pigments. In the top left and right are purpose-made holes where originally would have been placed metal hair decorations. Height 11 cm (4.25 inches). Fine conditi... Click for details
This outstanding pottery model of a female servant or attendant was made during the Yuan Dynasty (AD 1279 - 1368). Pottery figures from this period are extremely rare. It is made from a black pottery that is quite highly fired and, therefore, hard and relatively durable. Note the high degree of detail in the clothing but especially the facial features and hairstyle. Simply ... Click for details
This outstanding pottery model of a female servant or attendant was made during the Yuan Dynasty (AD 1279 - 1368). Pottery figures from this period are extremely rare. It is made from a black pottery that is quite highly fired and, therefore, hard and relatively durable. Note the high degree of detail in the clothing but especially the facial features and hairstyle. Simply ... Click for details
