Tang Dynasty Pottery Figure of a Guard bathingimplement this piece embodies both adornment

this piece embodies both adornment and economic history

such zodiac figures were believed to offer cosmic protection and guidance to the deceased

East Sepik Province

This exceptional piece offers a rare glimpse into one of West Africa’s most fascinating ancient cultures and represents a highly collectible artifact of significant historical and artistic value

playing a key role in cranial trephination

Tang Dynasty Pottery Figure of a Guard bathingimplement this piece embodies both adornmentTang Dynasty, c. 618907 AD, China A fine hollow moulded terracotta guardian soldier from the Tang Dynasty, depicted standing in a commanding pose. The figure wears a long sleeved hooded robe, cinched at the waist with a horizontal band, over long trousers. His hands are positioned as if once grasping a weaponthe longitudinal piercing through the right hand confirming that the statuette originally held an armament, now lost. The garment is carefully