China Then and Now

Han Dynasty (202 BCE–220 CE)

Han horse
2012.91.46, horse head, painted ceramic
Eason Eige collection; photo by B. Bernard

This small horse was once brightly painted, but only traces of the paint remain. When it was placed in a tomb to serve its master, it may have had an attendant. You'll see an example of an attendant if you click on the photo below.

Attendant for a horse


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