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Heavy Pair Of Vintage Horse Figures, Oriental Stone, Fireside Ornament, Bookends

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This is a heavy pair of vintage horse and groom figures. An Oriental, stone fireside ornament or bookends, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Charming figures of substantial proportion and mass, perfect as bookends Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order Robust stone in light grey to deep charcoal hues Each ornament presents a groom attempting to lead a stubborn horse Excellent weight at 12.6kg (27.77 lb) and 12.35kg (27.22 lb) respectively Sculptural forms redolent of Tang and Ming dynasty equine tastes This is a superb pair of vintage horse and groom figures, with jovial characters and distinctive horses. Of superior weight and size, the pair well suited to accentuating a fireplace or as reference volume bookends. Delivered polished and ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 24cm (9.5'') Max Depth: 37cm (14.5'') Max Height: 18cm (7'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 14.57 in (37 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1980
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.94031stDibs: LU2645335271752

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