Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Sedan Chair or Palanquin lead tapering shaft ending in a

tapering shaft ending in a finely pointed tip

along with bowls and jars

the Greek god of love and desire

elevated these items to objects of aesthetic and cultural significance

Ming Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Sedan Chair or Palanquin lead tapering shaft ending in aMing Dynasty, c. 15501644, China This breathtaking mingqi (spirit good) is a pottery model of a sedan chair or palanquin, designed to accompany the deceased in burial as a symbol of aristocratic status and privilege. Crafted from terracotta and adorned with vibrant sancai (three color) glazes in black, bright ochre, and green, this piece showcases the opulence and artistry of the Ming dynasty. The palanquin features a meticulously designed everted