#1028 • Tang Dynasty 618-907 AD Horse and Riders Sculpture

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $100.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $300-600 Origin: China, Tang Dynasty 618-907 AD Medium: Ceramic Dimension: 11x5.5x10in Condition: There are no signs of cracking or chipping Description: A Tang Dynasty Chinese tomb sculpture of a horse and riders ceramic sculpture. There is a rider on the horse back and four others stand at the horses legs as guardians or attendants. The horse is decorated with bridals and has a dark brown and black glaze finish. The horse and riders are known to pay tribute or symbolize status in the community for a tomb of that individual. Tang Dynasty is known for making realist three dimensional animal figures and this sculpture shows detailed muscles on the horse as well as the figures robes.