This striking vintage hand-carved wooden statue depicts a majestic horse in a dynamic, high-stepping trotting pose reminiscent of classical Tang Dynasty art. Carved from a single block of solid wood, the sculpture features detailed ornamental tack including an embossed saddle, blanket drape, and decorated chest strap bands. The entire piece is finished in a beautiful, rich gold leaf gilding over a dark underlay, which has worn gracefully over time to reveal a wonderful deep patina. The horse stands firmly on an integrated, rectangular carved wooden plinth base, making it a highly sophisticated statement decoration.


key features:

• technique: hand-carving in solid wood with detailed relief engravings and an authentic layered gold gilding finish.

• function: serves as an elegant, historical-style decorative sculpture for mantels, shelves, or desks.

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