Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty style polo player - 32 cm
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Reproduction of a Tang Dynasty Chinese horse and rider sculpture titled 'style polo player', 32 cm high and 18 cm wide, depicting a female equestrian on a galloping horse with a soil-stained surface and burial mud patina; foot rim repaired; condition Good.
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Horse Appearance: All four hooves are off the ground, as if in a gallop. The head and neck are stretched forward, creating a dynamic tension. A female equestrian figure sits on the horse's back.
The surface is unevenly covered with soil stains and traces of burial mud. The overall tone is a mixture of earthy yellow, grayish brown, and light white, presenting a natural and calm texture, rather than an added finish, exuding an ancient charm accumulated over many years of burial.
Note: The foot rim has been repaired due to damage.
Horse Appearance: All four hooves are off the ground, as if in a gallop. The head and neck are stretched forward, creating a dynamic tension. A female equestrian figure sits on the horse's back.
The surface is unevenly covered with soil stains and traces of burial mud. The overall tone is a mixture of earthy yellow, grayish brown, and light white, presenting a natural and calm texture, rather than an added finish, exuding an ancient charm accumulated over many years of burial.
Note: The foot rim has been repaired due to damage.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Century/timeframe
618-907
Name of object
style polo player
Acquired from
Gifted
Year acquired
1989
Country acquired from
China
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gifted
Height
32 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1986
Width
18 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
China
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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