唐 三彩陶仕女俑|Seated court lady

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8th century · Earthenware with tri-color (sancai) glaze · Asian Art

This charming figure brings to life a leisure moment at the Tang imperial court. A plump young woman sits in a relaxed pose, a playful lapdog at her feet. Bright, clear-toned glazes, a recent innovation in ceramic technology at the time, enhance her jacket, sash, and skirts with striking colors. The hourglass-shaped stool, originally made of rattan in South Asia, points to the overseas trade and exchange during this prosperous and cosmopolitan age.

Artist

Unknown

Date

8th century

Medium

Earthenware with tri-color (sancai) glaze

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Purchase, The Vincent Astor Foundation Gift, 2010