Large Ceramic Tang Horse w95 The lacquer and paintings on

The lacquer and paintings on this round box would once have been much brighter

The subtly curved lid gives this black lacquer trunk its name as well as its graceful lines

with rituals and offerings a regular and important part of this

narrow console is perfect in a hall or could be used as a dressing table in a bedroom

or as a small sideboard

Large Ceramic Tang Horse w95 The lacquer and paintings onThese wonderful ceramic horses in a beautiful turquoise glaze are replicas of horses produces during China's Tang Dynasty. Along with figurines of camels and other animals, as well as of servants and civil officials, pottery horses like these were produced specifically to be buried with the wealthier members of society. The Chinese believed that this life would continue into the next, and so in order to preserve their status and high standard of