equestrian warrior roof finial

equestrian warrior roof finial , 1600s, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)

Where object was made: China

Material/technique: glaze; stoneware

Dimensions:
Object Height/Width/Depth (Height x Width x Depth): 39 x 26 x 13.5 cm
Object Height/Width/Depth (Height x Width x Depth): 15 3/8 x 10 1/4 x 5 5/16 in

Credit line: William Bridges Thayer Memorial

Accession number: 1928.1467.b

On display: Loo Gallery

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Originally meant to adorn the eaves of an important building, this roof tile of an armed warrior mounted on a horse is part of a venerable tradition of apotropaic figures in Chinese culture. Intended to deflect harm, the warrior stands guard from an elevated post, protecting the building and its inhabitants from danger.

Exhibition Label:
"Nature/Natural," Feb-2011, Kris Ercums
Originally meant to adorn the eaves of an important building, this roof tile of an armed warrior mounted on a horse is part of a venerable tradition of apotropaic figures in Chinese culture. Intended to deflect harm, the warrior stands guard from an elevated post, protecting the building and its inhabitants from danger.