Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty Terracotta Set of 2 Horses with invoice and Oxford TL Test - 58 cm
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A pair of Tang dynasty Chinese funerary horses modelled in terracotta, accompanied by Oxford Authentication thermoluminescence reports.
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Pair of Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) Funerary Terracotta Horses
PURCHASED FROM A PRESTIGIOUS GALLERY IN 2007 FOR HK$145,000 — SEE INVOICE
China, Tang Dynasty.
An important pair of funerary sculptures modeled in terracotta, depicting saddled horses in a walking pose. The figures feature elegantly arched necks, finely rendered heads, and carefully defined saddles, reflecting the extraordinary importance of the horse during the Tang Dynasty, a period of cultural flourishing and military expansion for the Chinese Empire.
The surfaces retain abundant traces of original polychromy in cream, ochre, and reddish tones, characteristic of Tang funerary art. These sculptures formed part of the grave goods placed in the tombs of members of the aristocracy and high-ranking officials, symbolizing prestige, wealth, and social status.
Both pieces are accompanied by thermoluminescence reports issued by Oxford Authentication Ltd., whose results are consistent with the proposed Tang Dynasty date.
Examples of notable sculptural quality and excellent decorative presence, representative of one of the most brilliant periods in the history of Chinese art.
Measurements:
* 55.8 × 50.7 × 20.7 cm
* 55.1 × 52.5 × 19.5 cm
#Orientalism
Pair of Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD) Funerary Terracotta Horses
PURCHASED FROM A PRESTIGIOUS GALLERY IN 2007 FOR HK$145,000 — SEE INVOICE
China, Tang Dynasty.
An important pair of funerary sculptures modeled in terracotta, depicting saddled horses in a walking pose. The figures feature elegantly arched necks, finely rendered heads, and carefully defined saddles, reflecting the extraordinary importance of the horse during the Tang Dynasty, a period of cultural flourishing and military expansion for the Chinese Empire.
The surfaces retain abundant traces of original polychromy in cream, ochre, and reddish tones, characteristic of Tang funerary art. These sculptures formed part of the grave goods placed in the tombs of members of the aristocracy and high-ranking officials, symbolizing prestige, wealth, and social status.
Both pieces are accompanied by thermoluminescence reports issued by Oxford Authentication Ltd., whose results are consistent with the proposed Tang Dynasty date.
Examples of notable sculptural quality and excellent decorative presence, representative of one of the most brilliant periods in the history of Chinese art.
Measurements:
* 55.8 × 50.7 × 20.7 cm
* 55.1 × 52.5 × 19.5 cm
#Orientalism
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Century/timeframe
Tang dynasty (618 - 907 A.D. )
Name of object
Set of 2 Horses with invoice and Oxford TL Test
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2007
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Hong Kong
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
58 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1940
Width
50 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
China
Depth
20 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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