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Northern Qi Dynasty Armoured Horse Figure (c. 549 to 577 China)

Reference no. 42663
Northern Qi Dynasty Armoured Horse Figure

Medium

Northern Qi Horse

Dimensions

24.00cm wide    24.00cm high    (9.45 inches wide  9.45 inches high)

Condition

In excellent condition, with slight scuffing of surface, minor repairs to legs. Extensive pigment remaining.

Description / Expertise

Horse stands foursquare facing forwards rooted to a terracotta plinth.
Rider is dressed in black and wears a red cloak draped diagonally across the body from the left shoulder, the folds of which have been realistically moulded. Black trousered and booted legs protrude from beneath the cloak and rest in stirrups. Arms rest by the riders sides, hands are positioned as if to take hold of the horses reins. Features delicately moulded and the eyes and mouth have been depicted in black and red pigment. A helmet sits upon the riders head.
Horses head and body surmounted by multiple layers of armour, the scales of which have been painted in black pigment. Extensive pigment remaining
Incision for standard.

Price

gbp 1450 (Pound Sterling)

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