Ancient Chinese Terracotta Triangular Tomb relief depicting a so-called ‘flying horse among the clouds’. - 35.5 cm
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Terracotta triangular tomb relief from the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.–220 A.D.), titled Triangular Tomb relief depicting a so-called ‘flying horse among the clouds’, measuring 35.5 × 68 cm, preserved fragment with age-related wear and minor edge losses, mounted on a metal display base.
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A triangular tomb ornament from the Han dynasty, made of terracotta, decorated with a bas-relief depicting a so-called ‘flying horse among the clouds’.
China – Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD)
The relief depicts a horse soaring among stylised clouds – a popular motif symbolising strength, speed, and divine energy. Decorations of this type were placed in tombs to protect the deceased and accompany them in the afterlife.
Dimensions: 35.5 × 68 cm
Condition: preserved fragment, signs of age, minor losses at the edges. Mounted on a metal display base.
Please note: I do not ship outside the EU.
Triangular tomb ornament from the Han dynasty period, made of terracotta, decorated with a bas-relief depicting the so-called 'flying horse among clouds.'
China – Han dynasty (206 BC – AD 220)
The relief element depicts a horse rising among stylized clouds – a popular motif symbolizing strength, speed, and divine energy. Such decorations were placed in tombs to protect the deceased and accompany them in the afterlife.
Dimensions: 35.5 × 68 cm
Stan: preserved fragment, signs of age, minor chips at the edges. Mounted on a metal display base.
Attention: I do not ship outside the EU!
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to verify the integrity of the piece.
A triangular tomb ornament from the Han dynasty, made of terracotta, decorated with a bas-relief depicting a so-called ‘flying horse among the clouds’.
China – Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD)
The relief depicts a horse soaring among stylised clouds – a popular motif symbolising strength, speed, and divine energy. Decorations of this type were placed in tombs to protect the deceased and accompany them in the afterlife.
Dimensions: 35.5 × 68 cm
Condition: preserved fragment, signs of age, minor losses at the edges. Mounted on a metal display base.
Please note: I do not ship outside the EU.
Triangular tomb ornament from the Han dynasty period, made of terracotta, decorated with a bas-relief depicting the so-called 'flying horse among clouds.'
China – Han dynasty (206 BC – AD 220)
The relief element depicts a horse rising among stylized clouds – a popular motif symbolizing strength, speed, and divine energy. Such decorations were placed in tombs to protect the deceased and accompany them in the afterlife.
Dimensions: 35.5 × 68 cm
Stan: preserved fragment, signs of age, minor chips at the edges. Mounted on a metal display base.
Attention: I do not ship outside the EU!
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to verify the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
Han Dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.)
Name of object
Triangular Tomb relief depicting a so-called ‘flying horse among the clouds’.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
35.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1972
Width
68 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
10 cm
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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.
