Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty Terracotta Green-glazed earthenware Bianhu gourd of a nomadic horseman - 20 cm
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Description from the seller
Green-glazed nomadic horseman gourd (bianhu) in earthenware, Tang Dynasty (618–907), China
Monochrome green-glazed earthenware
This piece evokes a nomadic horseman’s gourd, sculpted with details imitating leather
The suspension handles (ears): you can observe small perforated lugs on the edges. They were used to pass leather straps or cords to suspend the bottle on the horse’s flank or at the rider’s belt.
Lead-green emerald glaze (obtained with copper oxide).
The slightly patinated, iridescent, earthy appearance of the surface is due to the natural chemical alteration of the glaze lead after centuries buried in a tomb.
This piece is a magnificent testimony to the cultural synthesis inherent in Tang art, blending utilitarian leather-inspired nomadic forms with the mastery of Chinese ceramics, revealing the rise of trade that flourished during the Tang Dynasty.
Dimensions: 20 x 18 x 7.5 cm
Small chips at the neck
No restorations have been made, (tested by UV light and thermoluminescence)
Provenance: - Private collection in the south of France
An authenticity certificate will be issued to the buyer.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as TL testing, lapidary tests, pigment analysis or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Green-glazed nomadic horseman gourd (bianhu) in earthenware, Tang Dynasty (618–907), China
Monochrome green-glazed earthenware
This piece evokes a nomadic horseman’s gourd, sculpted with details imitating leather
The suspension handles (ears): you can observe small perforated lugs on the edges. They were used to pass leather straps or cords to suspend the bottle on the horse’s flank or at the rider’s belt.
Lead-green emerald glaze (obtained with copper oxide).
The slightly patinated, iridescent, earthy appearance of the surface is due to the natural chemical alteration of the glaze lead after centuries buried in a tomb.
This piece is a magnificent testimony to the cultural synthesis inherent in Tang art, blending utilitarian leather-inspired nomadic forms with the mastery of Chinese ceramics, revealing the rise of trade that flourished during the Tang Dynasty.
Dimensions: 20 x 18 x 7.5 cm
Small chips at the neck
No restorations have been made, (tested by UV light and thermoluminescence)
Provenance: - Private collection in the south of France
An authenticity certificate will be issued to the buyer.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as TL testing, lapidary tests, pigment analysis or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Century/timeframe
Dynastie Tang (618-907)
Name of object
Green-glazed earthenware Bianhu gourd of a nomadic horseman
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
20 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
18 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
7.5 cm
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.
