Figurine of dancer

This moulded figure of a male entertainer is depicted in an animated pose with his left hand on his waist and his right holding a musical instrument of some sort. He appears to be singing.The piece is 'mingqi' or burial ware that would have been part of a group of tomb figures made for the ruling elite.The custom was an ancient one. It is thought these wares were necessary for the deceased in the next world. Elaborate groups of burial wares were also a display of wealth and social status.

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