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Figure of Seated Gentleman

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of ceramic figure of seated gentleman. The figure wears a conical hat, a dark, buttoned-up jacket with epaulets on shoulders and a high collar; right hand holds something and left hand rests on knee. The figure sits on a ceramic rock or log base with oval shaped holes through it; base is decorated with floral design. The figure's face has a moustache and appears to have a surprised or shocked expression.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium
Porcelain painted in famille verte enamels on the biscuit
Culture
China
Dimensions
509 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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