Ordos Ibex bronze plaque
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Ibex bronze plaque from the Ordos culture, dating to c. 600–200 BC; original and in very good condition, 4.4 cm long, 22 g, with an openwork design possibly for belt or garment attachment.
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This artifact is an ancient Ordos culture bronze plaque modeled in the form of an ibex or wild goat. Dating from approximately the 6th to 2nd century BC, it is a classic example of nomadic art originating from Northern China and Inner Mongolia.4.4 cm. Weight 22g
Key Stylistic Features
Concentric Circles: The flanks and hindquarters are adorned with incised or cast concentric circles, which are a characteristic geometric motif of the Ordos Steppe civilization used to indicate muscle mass or coat textures.
Long Curved Horns: The prominent, ridged, sweeping horns identify the animal as an ibex, a deeply revered creature across Eurasian nomadic iconography.
Openwork Design: The negative spaces or loops below the torso emphasize the portable, lightweight nature of steppe metalwork, often functioning as a belt buckle or garment attachment. .
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This artifact is an ancient Ordos culture bronze plaque modeled in the form of an ibex or wild goat. Dating from approximately the 6th to 2nd century BC, it is a classic example of nomadic art originating from Northern China and Inner Mongolia.4.4 cm. Weight 22g
Key Stylistic Features
Concentric Circles: The flanks and hindquarters are adorned with incised or cast concentric circles, which are a characteristic geometric motif of the Ordos Steppe civilization used to indicate muscle mass or coat textures.
Long Curved Horns: The prominent, ridged, sweeping horns identify the animal as an ibex, a deeply revered creature across Eurasian nomadic iconography.
Openwork Design: The negative spaces or loops below the torso emphasize the portable, lightweight nature of steppe metalwork, often functioning as a belt buckle or garment attachment. .
Will be shipped registered and insured. I combine shipping. See also my other auctions.
I only ship in EU. When you bid make sure you have a shipping adress in EU.
The supplier warrants that they obtained this lot in a legal manner.
The seller guarantees that they are entitled to sell/export this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license, will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about the status of the permits if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ordos
Century/timeframe
600-200 BC
Name of object
Ibex bronze plaque
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
