Lot 061 A POTTERY FIGURE OF A RECLINING HORSE HAN DYNASTY (206 BC–AD 220) 汉 陶马

Description

A POTTERY FIGURE OF A RECLINING HORSE
HAN DYNASTY (206 BC–AD 220)
汉 陶马
ESTIMATE: $35.000– $55.000
Description
This substantial pottery figure of a horse is depicted in a rare reclining posture, capturing the naturalistic and robust aesthetic of the Han Dynasty. The figure is composed of two separate sections: a powerful, blocky body and a detachable, spirited head with an arched neck. The head is finely modeled with alert ears, protruding eyes, and flared nostrils, showing the remnants of white and earthy pigments.
The heavy, unglazed grey pottery is characteristic of funerary wares (mingqi) from this period, intended to accompany the deceased into the afterlife. The surface retains much of its original burial loess and encrustation, adding to its archaic character. The anatomical proportions emphasize the strength of the animal, with a broad chest and a rounded rump featuring a circular aperture for the insertion of a tail.
Dimensions
• Overall Size: 38 cm x 14 cm x 28 cm (15.0 in x 5.5 in x 11.0 in)
CONDITION REPORT
The pottery figure is in overall stable and good condition. As is typical for Han dynasty pottery, there are various surface abrasions, minor chips, and expected signs of age and burial consistent with its early dating. The head is detached from the body as originally manufactured, and the neck joint shows signs of natural wear. Significant remnants of original pigments and earthen encrustations remain on the surface. No evidence of modern structural restoration was observed.
Provenance
• From an Important Private Toronto Collection
• Accompanied by a valuation certificate from Waddington, McLean Valuations Limited, Toronto, dated March 22nd, 1982
汉 陶马
描述
此尊陶马体量硕大，呈罕见的卧姿，生动展现了汉代陶塑艺术的雄浑与写实风格。整器由两个独立部分组成：厚重的躯干以及可拆卸的挺拔马首。马首刻画细腻，双耳直立，双目圆睁，口鼻线条分明，表面见白色及土黄色彩绘残留。
此类灰陶材质是汉代“冥器”的典型特征，旨在随葬以供逝者在冥界使用。器表保留了大量的入土皮壳与钙化结晶，增添了古朴的历史感。陶马比例协调，胸部宽阔，臀部丰满，并留有插拨尾部的圆孔。
技术规格
• 尺寸: 38 厘米 x 14 厘米 x 28 厘米
品相报告
整器品相稳固良好。作为典型的汉代陶器，器表见有自然磨损、轻微磕碰以及与年代相符的土锈。马首与身躯为原始的分段式制作，接口处见自然磨损。表面保留了丰富的原始彩绘痕迹及入土结晶。常规检查下未见现代结构性修复痕迹。
来源
• 来自多伦多重要私人珍藏
• 附带一份多伦多 Waddington, McLean Valuations Limited 评估证书，日期为1982年3月22日