Ming Dynasty Glazed Terracotta depicting a Funerary Table
Dimensions W: 13.0" | D: 6.0" | H: 7.0"
Age 18th century or earlier
Origin china
Model YN3172
Description
Since Neolithic times in China burying items which were used by the deceased in everyday life was a common practice, especially amongst the wealthiest people.
Items such as this Chinese Ming Dynasty Table with Funerary Offerings, replica houses, furniture and other items made from terracotta were the more common items offered to assist the deceased into the other life during the Ming Dynasty.
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