Ancient Chinese Mingqi Terracotta Figurines
Ancient Chinese Mingqi terracotta figurines
Anthropomorphic terracotta zodiac figurines representing the Ox and the Ram
They were made exclusively for the tombs of the elite during the Tang Dynasty (618–907 CE)
They served as cosmic guardians, symbolically arranged inside the burial chambers to mark the passage of time and protect the deceased in theafterlife
Traces of the original white slip and earthy-toned mineral pigments remain visible on their weathered surfaces
7 cm wide, 6 cm deep, and 28/29 cm tall
Total weight: 1,331 kg
Anthropomorphic terracotta zodiac figurines representing the Ox and the Ram
They were made exclusively for the tombs of the elite during the Tang Dynasty (618–907 CE)
They served as cosmic guardians, symbolically arranged inside the burial chambers to mark the passage of time and protect the deceased in theafterlife
Traces of the original white slip and earthy-toned mineral pigments remain visible on their weathered surfaces
7 cm wide, 6 cm deep, and 28/29 cm tall
Total weight: 1,331 kg
500 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Terracotta
Width: 7 cm
Height: 29 cm
Depth: 6 cm
Reference (ID): 1825620
Availability: In stock
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