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Soapstone Figure (Beggar)
Soapstone Figure (Beggar)
Soapstone Figure (Beggar)
Soapstone Figure (Beggar)

Soapstone Figure (Beggar)

Owner (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th century
Object NameFigure
Mediumsoapstone
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 5.7 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS011212
About MeThis soapstone carved figure depicts a beggar with bare feet.

Soapstone is composed primarily of talc and is a soft rock with an oily texture hence the name.

Soapstone comes in various colours including white, brown, pink, green and yellow.

Soapstone is easy to carve making it popular with Chinese carvers since ancient times.

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