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Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Horse and Rider, TL Tested
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A charming Tang dynasty painted pottery figure of a horse and mounted noble rider. TL tested by Oxford Authentication.
The horse portrayed standing foursquare, head down and relaxed. The rider sits erect in the saddle, head slightly turned as if looking at something or someone. The hat he wears indicative of his social standing. His raised arms would originally have held reigns, which have long since disintegrated.
Provenance: Private Texas collection, purchased in Hong Kong in the 1980s.
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
- Style:Tang (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 9th Century
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: The plinth appears to be modern. Replacements made: The plinth appears to be modern. Repaired: Repairs and restorations as expected. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. With repairs and restorations as expected. The plinth appears to be a modern replacement.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU89478575493
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