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Horse and rider
Horse and rider

Horse and rider

Place of OriginShaanxi province or Henan province, China
Dateapprox. 650-700
DynastyTang dynasty (618-907)
MaterialsEarthenware
DimensionsH. 26 1/2 in x W. 23 1/2 in x D. 10 in, H. 67.3 cm x W. 59.7 cm x D. 25.4 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P141+
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsSculpture
On View
On view
LocationGallery 15
More Information
Women of the Tang court were involved in a variety of equestrian sports, including a version of polo. The woman depicted here is suitably attired in riding trousers and a tight-fitting tunic, and has tied-up hair.