FIGURINE OF A PUTAI
Creator(s): Unknown
On view in: Pavilion Hallway
About this object
The figurine is carved from lavender jade. He is seated on his left leg which is bent beneath him. He wears flowing robes with his belly and breasts exposed. He looks forward and is laughing. His hands are in front of him. The wooden base is carved with an openwork rinceau.
- Object name:
- FIGURINE OF A PUTAI
- Made from:
- Jade
- Made in:
- China
- Date made:
- unknown
- Size:
- 6 cm (2 3/8 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 62.47
- Class:
- HARDSTONE
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973