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Seated Figure

1800–1916

China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period

(1912-49)
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Medium
silver
Measurements
Overall: 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.631.2
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Not on view
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A dark silver figurine depicts a grinning figure seated with hair gathered in two small tufts. They hold a rounded, ribbed object in their lap as heavy, fluid robes drape over their lower body. The figure sits atop an ornate base featuring intricate, swirling openwork. The metal surface has a deep, aged patina with bright highlights, emphasizing the joyful expression and the rhythmic patterns of the pierced pedestal.

Seated Figure

1800–1916

China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)

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