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Model of Attendant with Fruit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Model of Attendant with Fruit by unknown artist. Black and white photograph of a collection of small ceramic or porcelain figurines. Two small buildings with tiled roofs are on the left and right sides. The figurines are of people, animals, and mythical creatures. There are 14 humanoid figures, most wearing robes and some with headpieces. The figures vary in size and are arranged standing or kneeling. A bird with outstretched wings and a creature on its back are in the center. A recumbent camel and a dog-like creature are also present. A frog-like and a lion-like creature are on the left and right, respectively. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Medium
Stoneware
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 486 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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