Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Tomb Attendant throwingspear The expansion of the Greco-Bactrians

The expansion of the Greco-Bactrians into present-day eastern Afghanistan and Pakistan from 180 BC established the Indo-Greek Kingdom

Accession Number: 1983

These spindle whorls exhibit varied and culturally distinct forms

and distinctive handles—have been the subject of varied scholarly interpretation

or other liquid and powdered substances

Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Tomb Attendant throwingspear The expansion of the Greco-BactriansMing Dynasty, c. 15501644, China This exquisite Fahua ware figure portrays an elderly bearded court official or dignitary, meticulously crafted to convey authority and wisdom. Seated gracefully on a wide pedestal with a footstool, he wears flowing robes detailed with vibrant overglazes in turquoise, deep aubergine, and ink bluehallmarks of Fahua ceramics. His official cap and dignified posture, with one hand resting on his belt and the other on his