Noble horse

Anonymous

Anonymous - Noble horse
During the Tang dynasty, noble horses were a common part of the funerary equipment as they played a key role in the aristocratic and military activities of the day. The most luxurious specimens of such sculptures were decorated with the so called three-colour glaze, which was skilfully used to highlight the nobility and elegance of the beast, including its perfect features and graceful movements.
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measurements: height 75,5 cm
width 87 cm
material: earthenware
technique: three-colour glaze
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inventory number: Vp 129
gallery collection: Collection of Asian and African Art