Ancient Chinese Lady of the court - Mingqi - Tang Dynasty (618/907 AD)
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Funerary Mingqi ceramic statue of a Tang dynasty court lady (618–907 AD), standing with arms folded on the abdomen and draped in a wide mantle over a long robe, with remnants of red and white polychrome, height 30.2 cm and width 7.7 cm, in good condition with a light restoration at the neck, acquired from Galerie/Antiquaire in the Netherlands.
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Funerary mingqi statuette in ceramic depicting a court lady. Tang Dynasty (618–907).
This elegant terracotta statuette depicts a court lady standing with her arms folded on her stomach.
She is draped in a flowing coat falling in soft folds over a long dress.
The surface of the piece, covered with a light slip, retains traces of red polychromy, indicating the care taken in the original coloring.
The silhouette, of a restrained sobriety, is distinguished by the hairstyle featuring high twisted buns formed into two chignons, characteristic of feminine taste during the Tang dynasty and evidenced in numerous representations from that period.
This fashion, popularized during the 8th century, reflects a pursuit of monumental elegance and an ideal of opulent beauty, in harmony with the splendor of the Tang court.
The representation of women, figures of refinement and distinction, here illustrates the importance of feminine aesthetics in Tang culture, reflecting both an ideal of beauty and a privileged social status.
Mingqi were an integral part of funerary furniture intended to accompany the deceased in the afterlife, ensuring the continuity of their social status and material comfort.
Products from the workshops of the major ceramic centers of Henan or Shaanxi testify to the economic prosperity and cosmopolitanism of the Tang China, a period marked by intense exchanges along the Silk Road.
Chinese art, Tang dynasty, 618 / 907.
Very good state of preservation - slight restoration at the neck. Remains of red and white polychrome.
Height 30.2 cm - width 7.7 cm
Provenance: Netherlands, D.Z.N. gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateFunerary mingqi statuette in ceramic depicting a court lady. Tang Dynasty (618–907).
This elegant terracotta statuette depicts a court lady standing with her arms folded on her stomach.
She is draped in a flowing coat falling in soft folds over a long dress.
The surface of the piece, covered with a light slip, retains traces of red polychromy, indicating the care taken in the original coloring.
The silhouette, of a restrained sobriety, is distinguished by the hairstyle featuring high twisted buns formed into two chignons, characteristic of feminine taste during the Tang dynasty and evidenced in numerous representations from that period.
This fashion, popularized during the 8th century, reflects a pursuit of monumental elegance and an ideal of opulent beauty, in harmony with the splendor of the Tang court.
The representation of women, figures of refinement and distinction, here illustrates the importance of feminine aesthetics in Tang culture, reflecting both an ideal of beauty and a privileged social status.
Mingqi were an integral part of funerary furniture intended to accompany the deceased in the afterlife, ensuring the continuity of their social status and material comfort.
Products from the workshops of the major ceramic centers of Henan or Shaanxi testify to the economic prosperity and cosmopolitanism of the Tang China, a period marked by intense exchanges along the Silk Road.
Chinese art, Tang dynasty, 618 / 907.
Very good state of preservation - slight restoration at the neck. Remains of red and white polychrome.
Height 30.2 cm - width 7.7 cm
Provenance: Netherlands, D.Z.N. gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
Dynastie Tang (618/907 après J.-C.)
Name of object
Lady of the court - Mingqi - Tang Dynasty (618/907 AD)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
