making it an extraordinary addition for collectors and enthusiasts of ancient history
Wealth items—including polished stone valuables (ye)
acting as containers for precious oils
and food preparation
the interior captures the essence of traditional Kosometsuke decoration
Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Tomb Attendant Pueblo making it an extraordinary additionMing Dynasty, c. 15501644, China A stately and evocative Fahua ware tomb figure depicting an elderly court official or dignitary, superbly modeled to convey wisdom, gravitas, and social prestige. Seated with dignity atop a broad pedestal with footstool, the figure wears voluminous, sweeping robes, brilliantly glazed in characteristic Fahua colorsvivid turquoise, deep aubergine, and inky cobalt blue. His calm expression, framed by a finely incised