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Horse
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This ceramic horse was part of a set of figures depicting a procession, all of which was included in the tomb of a person of high rank. In ancient China tombs were equipped with all the items it was thought to be needed in the afterlife—including horses, as an essential mode of transportation.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Tang dynasty (618–907) |
|---|---|
| Date | late 600s–800 |
| Culture / Origin | China, probably Henan province, Tang dynasty (618–907) |
| Medium | glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color) ware |
| Dimensions | Overall: 76.8 cm (30 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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