Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty 陶瓷 唐代中国彩绘陶俑，骑马人物 - 33 cm

中国绘彩陶马俑骑士，唐代

这尊绘彩陶俑 depicts a rider seated on a standing horse, with both hands extended forward as if holding the reins. The horse is modeled with an upright neck, slender legs, and a stable stance on a rectangular base. Traces of red and white pigment remain on the horse, saddle cloth, and rider, giving the piece a strong decorative and historical character.

The surface shows earthen encrustation, weathering, pigment loss, wear, and age-related imperfections. Equestrian pottery figures of this type were commonly made as burial objects, symbolizing travel, status, protection, and service in the afterlife. The overall form reflects the equestrian culture and funerary art associated with ancient China.

Attributed style: Tang Dynasty style, circa 7th–8th century
Material: Painted pottery
Object type: Equestrian figure / pottery horse and rider / tomb figure
Condition: Weathering, surface wear, pigment loss, encrustation, and minor losses as shown


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