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FIGURINE OF A PUTAI

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway


About this object

The statuette is carved from amethyst quartz. He is seated on his haunches. He is laughing with his head thrown back and mouth open. He wears flowing robes with his fat belly exposed. It is carved underneath with details of one foot and part of the drapery.

Object name:
FIGURINE OF A PUTAI
Made from:
Amethyst quartz
Made in:
China
Date made:
unknown
Size:
3.3 cm (1 5/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
62.48
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973