Lot 38: A Chinese Gilt Bronze Horse Figure, Possibly Tang Dynasty
A Chinese gilt bronze Tang Dynasty style horse figure, cast in bronze as a stylized, corpulent horse. It functions as a lidded vessel, indicated by a prominent horizontal seam around its robust body. The figure depicts the horse standing on thick legs, with an upward-tilted head, open mouth, stylized mane, and a curled tail. A saddle form and a harness band are sculpted onto its body.
H: Approximately 17cm
L: Approximately 16.5cm
Condition report:
The condition exhibits significant surface wear, oxidation, and loss of original pigment and metallic finish, consistent with age and handling; however, no obvious structural damage or repairs are immediately apparent.
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