Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Chinese Ming Dynasty. An elaborately crafted female attendant figure dressed in a bright green dress with yellow cuffs, and a deep blue over-dress, and red shoes. The attendant also sports an elaborate coiffure and carries a teapot in one hand and what appears to be a mat over her right shoulder. During the Ming Dynasty the Chinese art industry flourished and the production of ceramic and porcelain pieces increased exponentially. Figures of this type were particularly popular during the Ming artistic revival which placed great importance on depicting aspects of Chinese political and social life including warriors, servants and ladies of high status. Good condition.Size: L:235mm / W:75mm ; 920g; Provenance: From an old Oxford collection formed in the 1990s.