A Chinese ceramic ridge tile modelled as a galloping horse on wooden base, Ming dynasty, 1368–1644
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A Chinese ceramic ridge tile modelled as a galloping horse on wooden base, Ming dynasty, 1368–1644
A Chinese ceramic ridge tile modelled as a galloping horse on wooden base, Ming dynasty, 1368–1644
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ZAR 25 000 - 30 000
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A Chinese ceramic ridge tile modelled as a galloping horse on wooden base, Ming dynasty, 1368–1644
height: 22cm, excluding base, 23cm, including base; width: 26cm; depth: 13,5
Notes
Modelled in an energetic galloping pose, the horse is set on stylised cloud scrolls, reflecting traditional Chinese architectural roof ornaments. Such ridge tiles symbolised strength, protection, and vitality, and were placed along rooflines to guard buildings and invoke auspicious energy.
Provenance
Private collection.
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