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An elaborately dressed figure of an opera hero

Numerous figurines, representing deities or heroes from Chinese opera, also frequently appear on Flower Cannons. This figure is very finely crafted: a face painted with full features, headdress, felt-soled shoes, and colourful costume.

Date: 6 June, 1985

Photograph and text: Janet Lee Scott