Figurine of a Monk
CultureChinese
DateKangxi period (1662-1722)
MediumPorcelain with polychrome enamels
DimensionsOverall: 8 × 5 × 3 inches (20.32 × 12.7 × 7.62 cm)
Credit LineGift of Marion and Henry Bloch
Object number2019.20.9
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DescriptionFamille-verte-enameled figure of a monk. The monk is bald and his hands come across his mid-section as if he is about to clasp them together. He is looking down and has a slight smile. He wears a purple patterned robe with green trim. A purple, green, and white checkered garment is draped over his left side. He is wearing white shoes.
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