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Chinese Sancai Glazed Terracota Tile

$365
DE-COR

Pasadena, CA · Reported available

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Period

Vintage

Dimensions

Depth 7.5 in × Height 11.5 in

Condition
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Wear consistent with age and use; blemishes and imperfections consistent with historical character Special Detail: Tang Sancai tile with high-relief figures depicting scenes from Tang Dynasty life; distinctive tri-color glaze in green, yellow, and brown; originally adorned grand palaces, temples, and tombs of the Tang Dynasty; handmade with characteristic three-dimensional relief effect

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Vintage Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; blemishes and imperfections consistent with historical character Special Detail: Tang Sancai tile with high-relief figures depicting scenes from Tang Dynasty life; distinctive tri-color glaze in green, yellow, and brown; originally adorned grand palaces, temples, and tombs of the Tang Dynasty; handmade with characteristic three-dimensional relief effect

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This Tang Sancai tri-colored glazed pottery of the Tang Dynasty is renowned for its exquisite beauty and historical significance. This Chinese terracotta tile feature a lovely green, yellow, and brown glazed finish, showcasing the distinctive tri-color technique. This handmade architectural decorative tiles depict high relief figures that bring scenes from Tang Dynasty life to life. The raised figures create a three-dimensional effect, adding depth and visual interest to the tiles. Tang Sancai tiles were often used to adorn the grand palaces, temples, and tombs of the Tang Dynasty. Found in Shanxi **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio lighting. Specifications Material: Tang Sancai tri-colored glazed terracotta Dimensions: 7.5"D x 11.5"H Origin: Vintage; Chinese Tang Dynasty Sancai (tri-color) glazed terracotta architectural decorative tile tradition; glazed terracotta, Shanxi, China Era: Vintage Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; blemishes and imperfections consistent with historical character Special Detail: Tang Sancai tile with high-relief figures depicting scenes from Tang Dynasty life; distinctive tri-color glaze in green, yellow, and brown; originally adorned grand palaces, temples, and tombs of the Tang Dynasty; handmade with characteristic three-dimensional relief effect

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