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Cizhou: Figurine of Monk

CHINA, Hebei, Handan; Jin dynasty (1115–1234);Earthenware; H: 14.3 cm;Fo Guang Shan Monastery, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
The monk has a high forehead, round face, slender eyes, straight nose, mustache, small mouth, and wispy beard. He wears a crossed collar robe and an outer robe with a clasp on his left shoulder. The monk stands with hands joined, and appears dignified and tranquil.
　 This figurine was made in Cizhou and was sculpted from clay, upon which a layer of white slip has been applied. The details of the face and clothing have been painted using a black slip, after which the figurine was fired using a transparent glaze.

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