Model of a Grain Mill, 2nd century BCE - 2nd century CE
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Glazed ceramicexpand_more
The Ruth Ann Dayton Chinese Room Endowment Fundexpand_more 2005.52.1
Not on Viewexpand_more
Unlike the milling shed tableau shown to the right, this model of a grain mill takes full account of human interaction by featuring figures at work as well as a curious dog. In the center is the supervisor in a long robe, instructing a man using a foot-operated mortar and pestle to pound grain. Another worker operates a two-handed winnowing machine while a dog next to him sits focused on a small, open door as if expecting a visitor. A large, circular millstone is positioned in the lower right.
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- Model of a Grain Mill
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- 2005.52.1
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