Chinese, Ming Dynasty green glazed terracotta Tomb Figurine - 18.6 cm (No reserve price)

Chinese tomb figurines from the Ming Dynasty are ceramic burial objects placed in tombs to serve as attendants, protectors, or representations of daily life and status in the afterlife. This green-glazed terracotta figure, standing 18.6 cm tall, is typical of the quality craftsmanship from the period (1368–1644). The green glaze, often a result of copper oxide, gives a distinctive vibrant finish valued in Chinese ceramics. Such figurines could depict servants, warriors, animals, or mythical creatures, reflecting beliefs about the afterlife and honoring the deceased. Ming Dynasty tomb art illustrates the importance of funerary customs and provides valuable insight into the era's social structures, artistic styles, and ceramic technologies.