Details
Description
A Chinese Tang dynasty period mingqi terracotta horse with traces of original paint, circa CE 618 - 907. This mingqi, … Read more A Chinese Tang dynasty period mingqi terracotta horse with traces of original paint, circa CE 618 - 907. This mingqi, a funerary statue created to be buried with the deceased to secure an enjoyable afterlife, features a horse proudly standing on its four legs and resting on a small base. A mane made of real hair and a tail would have been added to the piece, while the ensemble showcases traces of its original pigmentation. With its great history and weathered patina, this Tang dynasty mingqi horse will be an excellent decorative addition to any home. See less
- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 4ʺD × 10.5ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- 15th Century & Earlier
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Terra Cotta
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Sand
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Age appropriate wear. Nice patina. Age appropriate wear. Contact … moreGood Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Age appropriate wear. Nice patina. Age appropriate wear. Contact us about any restoration work. Please look at the various photos available. Please look at the various photos available. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Related Collections
- Abstract Bird Sculptures
- Glass Murano Sculpture
- Metal Curtis Jere Sculpture
- Venini Sculpture
- Raymor Sculpture
- Spray Paint Sculpture
- Haziza Sculpture
- Sculpture in Nantucket
- Currey and Company Sculpture
- Hellenistic Sculpture
- Charles Hollis Jones Sculpture
- Pierre Le Faguays Sculpture
- Hippolyte Moreau Sculpture
- Karl Hagenauer Sculpture
- Etruscan Revival Sculpture
- Isamu Noguchi Sculpture
- Cloisonné Sculpture
- Classical Greek Sculpture
- Loet Vanderveen Sculpture
- Sergio Bustamonte Sculpture
- KPM Porcelain Sculpture
- Copper Finish Sculpture
- Uttermost Sculpture
- Classical Roman Sculpture
- Abstract Wire Sculptures