A GLAZED TERRACOTTA FIGURE OF A DIGNITARY RIDING...
A GLAZED TERRACOTTA FIGURE OF A DIGNITARY RIDING AN ELEPHANT, MID QING
China, mid-Qing dynasty (1644-1912). The rider and elephant both modeled in an animated fashion. The remains of cement on the back suggest this piece was used as a roof tile or wall decoration. Associated hardwood base. (2)
Condition: Good condition with minor losses, old wear and traces of use.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Weight: 2,420 g.
Dimensions: Height 28.7 cm incl. base.
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A GLAZED TERRACOTTA FIGURE OF A DIGNITARY RIDING AN ELEPHANT, MID QING
China, mid-Qing dynasty (1644-1912). The rider and elephant both modeled in an animated fashion. The remains of cement on the back suggest this piece was used as a roof tile or wall decoration. Associated hardwood base. (2)
Condition: Good condition with minor losses, old wear and traces of use.
Provenance: Austrian private collection.
Weight: 2,420 g.
Dimensions: Height 28.7 cm incl. base.
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