VINTAGE PAIR OF CHINESE TANG STYLE TESSELLATED BONE HORSE SCULPTURES

Vintage Pair of Chinese Tang Style Tessellated Bone Horse Sculptures

Handcrafted in China during the late twentieth century, this remarkable pair of Tang Style ceremonial horses is individually clad in carved bone panels over carved wood cores using traditional tessellated construction.

Beautifully detailed saddle blankets, expressive carved faces, and hanging carved bone ornaments showcase the exceptional craftsmanship that makes these sculptures true statement pieces. Inspired by the noble horses celebrated in Tang Dynasty art, they offer timeless elegance and sophisticated character for Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency, eclectic, and grandmillennial interiors.

Whether displayed on a console, mantel, library shelves, or entryway, these impressive sculptures create an unforgettable focal point.

Details:

• China, Circa 1970s–1980s.
• Individually carved tessellated bone over carved wood cores.
• Matching pair.
• Hand-carved decorative saddle blankets.
• Original hanging carved bone ornaments.
• Tang Style design inspired by historic Chinese ceremonial horses.

Dimensions:

• Length: 16 inches each.
• Width: 4¾ inches each.
• Height: 16¼ inches each.
• Weight: 7.5 pounds each.

Condition:

Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear. Two decorative hanging bone charms are missing from the pair, as shown in the photographs. This minor loss does not detract from their impressive sculptural presence or display quality.