Ancient Chinese collection of twelve (12) acrobatic entertainers each performing a unique twisting profile , some with with cymbal and drum attributes, Ming Dynasty 1368-1644.

Unmistakable Tomb figures with pointed hats are infrequently found in wealthy tombs of the elite and wealthy Ming Chinese.

The statues each are cast in white porcelain ceramic. They were then beautifully glazed in a green color term “sancai” glazed..
Earth encrustations remain.

These figures are well detailed in performative positions and remain in tact with no visible restorations. It was hoped that such entertainment would be welcomed in the after life.

Dimension: largest is nine inches high and seven inches wide; smallest three inches tall and five inches wide.

Condition: Handmade and hand glazed. All figures are original and intact with well preserved glazes.

Provenance: Old Japanese collection .

Guarantee: Our figures are guaranteed to be crafted during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) or earlier.

History:
The Ming dynasty then known as the Empire of the Great Ming ruled China for 276 years (1368–1644) following the collapse of the Mongol-led Yuan dynasty. This dynasty has been described as “one of the greatest eras of orderly government and social stability in human history,” and was the last imperial dynasty in China ruled by ethnic Han Chinese.

Our gallery based in Charlotte, Vermont USA has been dealing in authentic Chinese antiquities and Japanese fine art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. Our president personally travels to Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition.

Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our works of art come with our Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee.