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Standing court lady

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The figure is a statue of a woman titled "Standing court lady" by an unknown artist. The statue is made of ceramic and has a light beige color with reddish-brown accents. The woman has her hair styled in two curved loops on top of her head. Her face is serene with a subtle smile. She wears a long dress with a V-neckline and short sleeves, featuring a belt around her waist. The dress is adorned with a reddish-brown design at the bottom. Her hands are positioned in front of her, with the left hand overlapping the right. She wears long, narrow pieces that hang from her elbows. The statue stands on a narrow base. The background is a dark gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
late 7th century
Medium
Earthenware with slip, pigment, and gilt
Culture
China
Dimensions
479 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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