Chinese Shrine
Maker
Unknown
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ARTS
Date1368-1644
Mediumporcelain
Dimensions13 × 8 × 5 1/2 in. (33 × 20.3 × 14 cm.)
DescriptionA Ming dynasty Fahua-type porcelain shrine of a guardian figure, or a dignitary before him are two columns in bisque. Immediately outside stand two miniature attendants within a low fence-like structure. The porcelain has turquoise and aubergine glazes.
Credit LineThe Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Gift of Florence M. Quinn
Status
Not on viewObject number44.96