Statue representing Chinese zodiac sign of Tzu, the Rat

Made:
1871-1900 in China
Pottery copy of small statue

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Pottery copy of small statue
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Pottery copy of small statue, representing Chinese zodiac sign Tzu, the Rat, original probably Wei or Sui dynasty, 219 to 618, cast possibly taken in China, 1871-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A657791
Materials:
complete, pottery and wood
Measurements:
overall: 205 mm x 55 mm x 46 mm,
type:
statue
credit:
Sotheby's