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Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Horse TL Tested

Name: Tang Dynasty Sancai Glazed Pottery Horse TL Tested
Brand: Tang Dynasty
Rating: 4.9 (56 reviews)

Price:$7,000

$14,000List Price

About the Item

Tang Dynasty (618 - 907) Sancai glazed pottery horse TL Tested The cream-glazed horse is naturalistically modelled standing on a rectangular base, with the mane, tail and hooves highlighted in amber glaze. The head is gracefully curved to the left, with a green and amber glazed saddle and blanket and foliate-shaped plaques detailed with moulded toads suspending from the trappings. Measures: Height: 14.24 Inches (36.2 cm) Width: 15.5 Inches (39.35 cm) Depth: 6 Inches (15.2 cm) Provenance: An English private collection, acquired in Hong Kong in the 1980s A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany this item along with a lucite base. Condition; Excellent with one repair to right side saddle blanket. Some remaining frustrations throughout with areas of oxidation and a fine craquelure throughout. A formidable piece that presents beautifully. Notes: The present sancai horse is exceptionally well-modelled, revealing the technical accomplishment and stylistic maturity of Chinese ceramic sculpture at the peak of the Tang dynasty. This breed of magnificent horses was imported from Ferghana, Central Asia and was immortalised in Chinese literature and the visual arts. The horse itself was a potent image during the vigorous expansion of the Tang ‘golden age’. In style and subject matter, the present horse withsancai or ‘three-colour’ glaze was developed during the sixth century when Tang artisans experimented with sancaiglazes, creating a lively spectrum of blue, green, amber, and yellow over a creamy-white ground. The distribution of glaze on this current horse displays an unusually high degree of control. Sancai horses are most prized among collectors. Elaborately caparisoned and standing foursquare with its head gracefully turned to the left, bulging eyes, mouth agape and ears alert, the sculpture successfully imparts a sense of realism and subtle movement. AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. Please also consider Avantique’s antique and ancient Asian Art Collection of Han Dynasty, Tang Dynasty, Ming Dynasty, Qing, and Republic period items to complete your home and office decorations with class. Avantiques has Asian pottery, terra cotta, bronze, and paintings to complement your collection. We strive to collect the highest quality Asian antiquities in exceptional condition.

Creator:
Tang Dynasty (Sculptor)
Dimensions:
Height: 14.24 in (36.17 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
Style:
Tang (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Pottery,Glazed
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
15th Century and Earlier
Date of Manufacture:
800
Condition:
Repaired: Bottom of right saddle blanket. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Dallas, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1774225142072

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