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Buffalo with Rider

early 1300s

China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen kilns, Yuan dynasty

(1271–1368)
Medium
glazed porcelain with iron spots, qingbai ("blue-white") ware
Measurements
Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. Millikin 1989.278
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Description

Boys tending buffalos were associated with a carefree life in the countryside free from the duties of officialdom. Water droppers contained water that was used to dissolve ink sticks into liquid ink for brush painting and writing.

Buffalo with Rider

early 1300s

China, Jiangxi Province, Jingdezhen kilns, Yuan dynasty (1271–1368)

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