Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Chinese Ming Dynasty. An elaborately crafted male attendant figure dressed in a light blue tunic, a dark blue overtunic which is belted with a light blue sash, and a tall dark-coloured hat. The attendant’s has a long blue object clutched to his chest. 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:227mm / W:56mm ; 410g; Provenance: Important estate collection from Oxfordshire; formed in the 1970s-2000.