Culture of the Ordos Bronze - scythian openwork fitting - doe and stag - China 6th century BC

Bronze plaque from the Ordos culture adorned with animals - Art of the steppelands Openwork bronze ornamental plate featuring a grazing doe seen in profile. A much smaller deer sitting on its back. Northeast China, Ordos culture, Scythian people, around the 6-4th century BC Deer traditionally symbolise longevity and wealth in Chinese culture because they have a very long life. The Scythians were a vast group of nomadic riders and their art often referred to horses. The Ordos culture flourished during the Bronze Age and early Iron age in present Inner Mongolia and is known for its nomadic culture and rich traditions of decorative ironwork, as shown in this piece. The culture of the Ordos is the most eastern manifestation known of Scythian culture. Testimonies of culture such as this exceptional ornamental plaque are very rare, Height: 7. 1 cm - Width: 5. 4 cm Mint condition Provenance: United Kingdom, Pax Romana, 26 July 2020 - ref 46 Former history: Old private British collection. The Supplier warrants that is has obtained this lot in a legal manner Important information: The seller guarantees that he/she is allowed to sell/ship this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary authorisations, such as an export licence, are organised (passport for a cultural object) . The seller shall inform the buyer of the status, if the shipment should take more than a few days.