Chinese Tang-Style Rearing Horse on Dragon-Supported Sphere
Name/Title
Chinese Tang-Style Rearing Horse on Dragon-Supported SphereEntry/Object ID
ML0103Description
Chinese Tang-style cast metal sculpture depicting a spirited, caparisoned horse rearing upon a spherical base supported by four dragon-like creatures. The horse features an arched neck, raised forelegs, elaborate saddle trappings, and decorative scrollwork, while the base incorporates archaistic geometric ornament. Its dark brown patinated surface emphasizes the dramatic modeling and traditional Chinese equestrian imagery.Type of Sculpture
Free StandingArtwork Details
Medium
Cast metalSubject
Rearing caparisoned horse standing upon an ornamental sphere supported by four dragon-like mythical creaturesCategory
Chinese Metal Art
Made/Created
Artist
Maker presently unidentifiedTime Period
20th CenturyEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
AsiaCulture/Tribe
Chinese