Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Mandarin Duck tesserae Fetish figures of this kind

Fetish figures of this kind were created to protect individuals or families against misfortune

Vicús pottery is distinguished by its unique color palettes

bow-like motifs

Dents and minimal corrosion

Traces of cuscus fur tufts remain adhered along the surface

Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Mandarin Duck tesserae Fetish figures of this kindTang Dynasty, 618907 AD, China This magnificent small sized, molded pottery figure portrays a sleeping mandarin duck in a serene pose. Resting on a tubular base, the duck is shown with its head turned back, gently preening its tail, while its neatly tucked wings add to the harmonious composition. The figure is coated with a thick, lustrous amber glaze, a hallmark of Tang dynasty sancai pottery. The glaze stops unevenly near the lower portion of the