Figure of a gentleman 18th–19th century China This unusual sculpture portrays a gentleman wearing a long braid and an unadorned robe with a low-cut, folded collar, a Manchu style popular during the Qing dynasty. In addition to his imposing posture, the figure’s facial expression conveys a sense of self-confidence. Polished to evoke the texture of soft silk, his finely carved robe imparts realism to the sculpture. Although the figure’s identity is unrecorded, the sculpture is likely a portrait after a real person for a family Figure of a gentleman. China. 18th–19th century. Boxwood,
Figure of a gentleman 18th–19th century China This unusual sculpture portrays a gentleman wearing a long braid and an unadorned robe with a low-cut, folded collar, a Manchu style popular during the Qing dynasty. In addition to his imposing posture, the figure’s facial expression conveys a sense of self-confidence. Polished to evoke the texture of soft silk, his finely carved robe imparts realism to the sculpture. Although the figure’s identity is unrecorded, the sculpture is likely a portrait after a real person for a family Figure of a gentleman. China. 18th–19th century. Boxwood, horse mane. Qing dynasty (1644–1911). Sculpture
Size: 2620px × 4000px
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