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PLATE CXXXI

Figure of Kuan-yu, with drapery over his armour, stand-
ing on a square base with four scroll feet. Buff pottery with

coloured glazes. The robes green and the scarf white, both

bordered with aubergine ; the armour yellow ; black on the

beard, boots, and headdress. The flesh parts are in unglazed
biscuit, on which there are traces of gilding. The stand is

glazed green and yellow.
Kuan-yu, a military hero of the Three Kingdoms (221-265

a.d.), was canonised in the 12th century, and eventually

elevated to the position of God of War in 1594, under the title
of Kuan Ti.

1 6th century. H. 31".
In the possession of Messrs. G., R. and C. Benson.