Object Description
An ancient Chinese Han Dynasty hollow-moulded terracotta figurine of seated figure, portrayed holding a swaddled infant. They are depicted wearing a richly draped robe with a red upper garment, featuring elbow-length sleeves and a black scarf tied in front. Their hair is gathered into a topknot coiffure and facial features are rendered delicately, in a naturalistic manner, with moulded ears, nose, mouth and elongated eyes. The figurine is enriched with detailed pleats to the scarf, robe and swaddle, showing the textures of the fabrics. They hold the swaddled infant on their right knee, one arm placed protectively behind the baby’s head and the other at their feet.
Date: Circa 206 BC – 220 AD
Period: Han Dynasty