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Figure of a Chinese man

Possibly made by: Chantilly Manufactory (France)
Possibly made by: Mennecy Manufactory (France)
France
about 1735

Medium/Technique Porcelain
Dimensions Height: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Kiyi and Edward M. Pflueger Collection. Bequest of Edward M. Pflueger and Gift of Kiyi Powers Pflueger
Accession Number2006.954
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramicsPorcelain

DescriptionStanding figure in a long robe steps forward with his left foot, gazing upward with outstretched left arm. His robes are delicately painted with sprays of flowers, running foxes and birds, the yellow shawl collar with blue medallions.
ProvenanceAnonymous. March 1, 1985 sale, Christie's, New York, lot 72. Kiyi and Edward M. Pflueger, New York