Objects of Substance- The Chinese Figurines

The first gentleman from the Han Ethnic Group.

Chinese figurines have been produced for thousands of years throughout China’s long history. Craftspeople made these figurines in different styles, and from various materials, including ceramic, clay, or porcelain. These figurines were typically cast in the desired shape and then refined with hand carving. They are then hand painted and, often, layers of glazes enhance their beauty. Traditionally, figurines should bear the marks of chisels and other tools. These marks should be slightly irregular, showing the hand of the craftsperson.

Each ethnic group is signed with the ethnicity of that figure.