Han Dynasty Pottery Footsoldier Horus acquired in 1970's

acquired in 1970's

constructed from a tortoise shell heavily over-modelled with layers of potent organic and mineral materials—mud

Exquisitely modeled in terracotta

dyed black and enriched with sacred materials including glass trade beads

is a rare and evocative relic of the Bura Asinda-Sikka culture of West Africa

Han Dynasty Pottery Footsoldier Horus acquired in 1970'sWestern Han Dynasty, c. 206 BC 220 AD, Shaanxi Province, China This magnificent pottery model of a Han Dynasty footsoldier is a rare and compelling representation of China's military and funerary traditions. Crafted from underlying grey pottery, this figure retains much of its original painted pigments, providing a glimpse into the vibrant hues that once adorned Han warriors. The soldier is dressed in plate armor over a thigh length tunic and light