Casts of Chinese zodiac figures (Tang dynasty)

Made:
1871-1900 (copy); 618-907 CE (original) in China
Pottery copy of a small statue representing the Chinese zodiac Casts of Chinese zodiac figures (Tang dynasty) (statue) Casts of Chinese zodiac figures (Tang dynasty) (statue) Casts of Chinese zodiac figures (Tang dynasty) (statue)

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Pottery copy of a small statue representing the Chinese zodiac
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Pottery copy of a small statue representing the Chinese zodiac sign of Wu, the Horse, original probably Wei or Sui Dynasty, 618-907 CE copy possibly taken in China, late 19th century

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A39028
Materials:
pottery, wood (unidentified) and complete
Measurements:
overall: 234 mm x 56 mm x 67 mm, 0.372 kg
type:
statue
credit:
Wellcome Trust