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Rare Antique Kangxi 1662–1722 Chinese Porcelain Plate Galloping Horses

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Lovely and rare thinly potted antique Chinese porcelain plate, fully decorated. 5 galloping horses, 1 in the centre, 4 in the border. The border also has 4 endless waves. Handcrafted in ancient China during the Qing dynasty, Kangxi period. On the back side a 4 character Chenghua mark. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. A similar piece is in the Ashmolean museum; Horse Horses as pasture animals feature more in ancient times when the center of civilization was further north around the Yellow River. Horses came from central Asia, Mongolia and Tibet. In the ancient Yi Jing the horse represents ’yin’ compared to the dragon ‘yang’. The god of war Guan yu (Guan di) rode a red-haired horse. Horses are associated with the element metal and west. In symbolism a horse laden with goods is a wish for a government post. It often also indicates swiftness. The horse occupies the position of South on the Zodiac Compass. Source: Stallard, R. Chinasage: All about China. Retrieved from the Chinasage website. Condition Overall Condition 4 hairlines, chips fritting size 209 x 30mm Period 18th century Qing (1661-1912).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 8.23 in (20.9 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1700
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Condition 4 hairlines, chips fritting size 209x30mm.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1330917030031stDibs: LU4863220488232
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