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On Display: House - Montmorenci Stair Hall VI
Figure
1800-1900
Category
Ceramics
Place of Origin
China; Asia
Materials
- Earthenware
- Wood
- Glass
- Sequins
- Shell (mollusk)
- Paper
- Porcelain
Museum Object Number
1959.1589
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1959.1589
Object Name
Figure
Category
Ceramics
Place of Origin
China; Asia
Date
1800-1900
Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label
Type: Mark
Location: Top figure, back
Inscription: "陶/彬" that translates to "Táo bīn" which loosely translates to "porcelain refined (ornamental)"
Mark/Signature: Yes
Materials
- Earthenware
- Wood
- Glass
- Sequins
- Shell (mollusk)
- Paper
- Porcelain
Techniques
- Hand modeled
- Shellwork
Dimensions (inches)
14.2 (H) x 5.7 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
36 (H) x 14.6 (Diam)
Measurement Notes
Dimensions are with the glass on. Diameter is of base.
Measurement for the whole ornamental arrangement without the glass cover: H. 31.8 cm.