Large Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Terracotta Pottery Sheep Figure - 206 BC


Large Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Terracotta Pottery Sheep Figure - 206 BC

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Large Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Terracotta Pottery Sheep Figure - 206 BC:
$1900.00


An ancient Chinese Han dynasty figure of a sheep, dating to 206 BC - 220 AD.

Shown standing, facing forwards with a doleful smile, the black burnish is complimented by the splashes of surviving red pigment across the back.

This figure has magnetism, so endearingly charming but also proud and elegant. There is a wonderful synchronisation of the component parts; the softness of the neck as it merges into the back, the smooth contours of the hind quarters – yet the brows and mouth are sharply modelled, conveying a powerful jaw. Most Han depictions of animals have a monumental quality, but through this figure we can also see the Han skill of reflecting thepersonality of their subject, indeed the grace of the animal really shines through here.

A particuarly fine example of Han figural art.

Length: 17 ½ inches.

Condition: Very good, restoration to legs, ear and tail.

Provenance:

Ex. US private collection. Part of a large group of large-scale agricultural animals and figures collected in the 1980\'s by a New York lady.

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Large Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Terracotta Pottery Sheep Figure - 206 BC:
$1900.00

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