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Standing figure of a Central Asian
Standing figure of a Central Asian

Standing figure of a Central Asian

Place of OriginHebei province, China; Hebei province
Date534-550
DynastyEastern Wei dynasty (534-550)
MaterialsEarthenware with painted decoration
DimensionsH. 8 1/4 in x W. 4 in x D. 2 3/4 in, H. 21.0 cm x W. 10.2 cm x D. 7.0 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1629
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsSculpture
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 15
Text Entries
The style of garb worn by this figure and his facial features indicate that he may represent a Central Asian. An amazing variety of ethnic and religious groups resided in north China from the end of the Han through much of the Tang dynasty. Among them were Buddhist monks, Nestorian Christians, Zoroastrians, merchants, warriors, and conquerors. They brought new styles of music, warfare, art, and religious practice.