Torso of a Relaxing Cow

Animal Figure

The cow-torso is formed from grey clay and lying on the floor. Hints from the legs and the tail are still visible. The base shows irregular cracks all around, and a gap. 

Object ID
Han_015

Age
Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD)

Material
Ceramics

Color
unglazed grey surface

Length
27 cm

Width
11 cm

Height
12 cm

Condition
Good

Price
on request

Description

The cow-torso is formed from grey clay and lying on the floor. Hints from the legs and the tail are still visible.The base shows a gap and irregular cracks all around. Cows as domestic animals belonged to the grave goods.
Above that there is one of the most important folk tales about „Cowherd and Weaver“, that is told in many variations. (HV)

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