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Pottery Horse Tang Dynasty (518-906 A.D.) TL tested.

Offered by: H&S Fine Art and Antiques

Description
Grey Pottery horse, Tang Dynasty (518-906 A.D.) earthenware. Sold with a digital copy of a lab report confirming the date, issued by the Research Laboratory for Archaeology and the History of Art at Oxford University. Provenance: E & J Frankel Ltd. Oriental Art, New York. Private Collection. Horses were animals of great prestige during the Tang Dynasty, regarded as crucial to the military might of the empire. As stated in the Xintangshu ( New History of the Tang), " Horses are the military preparedness of the state; if heaven takes this preparedness away, the state will toter to a fall."

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	teracota, earthenware.
Condition:	Good. Overall very good antique condition with wear commensurate with age.
Creation Date:	(518-906 A.D.)
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional, Ancient Art
Patterns:	Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	797089

Dimensions

W.	11.25 in;	H.	11.75 in;	Diam.	4 in;
W.	28.58 cm;	H.	29.85 cm;	Diam.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

H&S Fine Art and Antiques is a distinguished gallery based in the San Francisco Bay Area, specializing in American folk art, decorative and modern art, as well as Oriental antiquities. With a keen eye for craftsmanship, historical richness, and aesthetics, we offer a carefully curated collection for collectors and enthusiasts alike. By appointment only. Contact us at h.s.fineartandantiques@gmail.com for inquiries.