Polo Player

Name/Title

Polo Player

Description

Ceramic warior riding a galloping horse. His arm is raised as if holding a spear and he 'floats'on a plastic stand.

Context

While the origin of polo is unknown. It's prevalence in China cannot be overstated. It is believed to have been introduced between the Han and Tang dynasty. The sport boasted both male and female riders, allowing it to be enjoyed by a wide range of people.

Made/Created

Time Period

Tang Dynasty

Notes

Date: Tang Dynasty

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Tertiary Object Term

Figurine

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Statue

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Sculpture

Nomenclature Class

Art

Nomenclature Category

Category 08: Communication Objects

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Statue, Ceramic

Dimensions

Height

19 in

Width

19-1/2 in

Depth

5-1/2 in

Material

Ceramic