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AN EXTREMELY RARE HUTIAN PORCELAIN SCULPTURE
Song Dynasty (AD960-1279) |
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Song Dynasty porcelain figurines had a number of symbolic meanings, such as praying for a woman to give birth to a boy, or denoting a desire for peace, prosperity, and harmony. They were also meant to ward off evil. This lot was mainly a bibelot, meant to be displayed on a desk or shelf to supply a sense of aesthetic refinement. It has a highly artistic flair and is quite large—in fact, it is the largest of its kind. The figurine was originally colorfully painted, but over long centuries the paint has flaked off, leaving only the exquisitely worked, pure white ceramic body. Overall, the sculpture is meticulously crafted, capturing the innocent air of a child. The bun is bound with a ribbon, the eyes are expressive; the well-rounded nose, small mouth, and big earlobes are all considered to be auspicious features. On the chest lies an elaborate necklace of jade and pearls, the arms are adorned with bracelets, and the body rests on a globe: the child is in a resting pose. Under the long-sleeved shirt he wears an apron and pants with an open crotch, allowing a glimpse of the privates. He is also wearing cloth shoes. As for its craftsmanship, this sculpture differs from the porcelain figurines of northern kilns, which are m o s t l y a s s e m b l e d f r o m molds and tend to favor prone postures. By contrast, Jingdezhen ware is usually kneaded into shape by hand, after which the finer details are added by carving or engraving. This new method of three-dimensional sculpting enabled artists to achieve an even more natural and lifelike appearance in terms of posture, dress, and facial expression. |
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Estimate
2,500,000 - 3,200,000 10,121,000 - 12,955,000 322,400 - 412,600
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Sold Price 3,120,000
12,480,000
402,581
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