Large Cloisonné Horse, China, Early 20th Century.
Chinese sculpture of a walking horse, using the cloisonné enamel technique on a gilded copper support. The decoration includes stylized masks of mythical monsters (taotie), in reference to archaic bronzes from the Shang and Zhou dynasties. The side panels of the saddle are adorned with colorful images of phoenixes (fenghuang). The background is filled with a dense pattern of colored clouds and spirals. The saddle and mane are removable elements, attached to special tenons/pins.
China, Qing dynasty/Republic period, early 20th century.
Height 42 cm, length 47 cm, depth 18 cm.
Very good condition.
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China, Qing dynasty/Republic period, early 20th century.
Height 42 cm, length 47 cm, depth 18 cm.
Very good condition.
A similar pair of horses:
https://www.christies.com/en/lot/lot-5177141
Free shipping within the European Union! I send parcels by insured courier (DPD or DHL). All items are carefully packed. Payment by international bank transfer. I will issue a certificate of authenticity on request.
850 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Cloisonne
Length: 47
Height: 42
Depth: 18
Reference (ID): 1764719
Availability: In stock
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