中国古代 - 釉面陶瓷随侍 Fa-Hu - Mingqi - 明朝（1368 / 1644）

attendants statuette wearing a wide robe with long sleeves. He is wearing a tall hat. He carries a basket attached to his back.
White glaze ceramic in dark and light blue. (Fa-Hua) The facial features are accentuated with black and red pigment, the facial features are finely drawn.

Ming Dynasty, 1368 - 1644 CE,
Dimensions: height 18.1 cm - width 5.8 cm
Perfect condition - no restoration

Provenance: United Kingdom, A.P.L. gallery
Previous provenance: old British collection acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong

A Mingqi statuette of the Ming Dynasty refers to a small sculpture or figurine created during the Ming Dynasty in China. The Ming Dynasty, which lasted from 1368 to 1644, was one of the most prosperous and culturally rich periods in Chinese history.

Ming Dynasty statuettes were crafted with great skill and meticulous attention to detail by skilled artisans of the Ming era.

They represented a wide variety of subjects, including mythical creatures, deities, literati, officials, animals and everyday people at work. Some statuettes were also made to commemorate historical events or to honor sovereigns and their achievements. These figurines reflected the artistic aesthetics and cultural influences of the time. They often conveyed a sense of elegance, balance and grace, with particular attention given to realistic details and expressive facial features.

Ming Dynasty statuettes were often adorned with intricate patterns, drawings or inscriptions, enhancing their visual appeal and conveying symbolic meanings or auspicious messages.

Ming Dynasty statuettes fulfilled diverse functions—religious, decorative and practical. Some served as offerings during religious ceremonies, while others were displayed in homes as decorative objects or treasured as precious collectibles.

Ming Dynasty statuettes are highly prized as exquisite examples of Chinese artistic expression. Today they are sought after by collectors, museums and enthusiasts of Chinese art and history. They offer a valuable insight into the cultural, religious and artistic achievements of the Ming Dynasty, which left a lasting mark on China’s cultural heritage.

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