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Female Attendant

Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing woman wearing elaborate robes with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. The robe is predominantly in shades of green and yellow, with floral and geometric designs in white, black, and blue. The lower part of the garment has a yellow band with circular designs. The woman’s skin is white, and her facial features are minimal, giving a hint of eyes, a small nose, and an upturned mouth. Her black hair has been gathered into an updo on top of her head. The sculpture is mounted on a multi-tiered base adorned with painted designs of plants. The material has a glossy finish.

Artwork Details

Date
Kangxi period, 1662/1722
Medium
porcelain with famille verte enamels on the biscuit
Dimensions
595 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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