Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Horseshoe-Back Chair tapis tapering body set upon a

tapering body set upon a flat base

and cowrie shells

defending against threats

ensuring their passage into the afterlife

Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Horseshoe-Back Chair tapis tapering body set upon aMing Dynasty, c. 1550 1600, North China This rare and exquisite Ming Dynasty pottery model of a horseshoe back armchair (jiao yi), dating to circa 15501600, showcases the refined elegance of imperial Chinese furniture design. Crafted as a burial ware (mingqi), the chair is adorned with rich pigments, with deep blue covering most of the frame and legs, while vibrant turquoise highlights the gracefully curved spine and footrest, adding further