Roof Tile
Enameled Ceramic
Qing Dynasty
China
19th Century
15 x 13 x 5"
$100,000.00 plus shipping
Description
Uncover the cultural richness of late 19th-century Qing Dynasty China with this original glazed ceramic roof tile of a warrior riding a monkey. The manufacture of glazed tiles was standardized in the Ming Dynasty and during the Qing Dynasty into the Republican Era. Glazed tiles became ever more popular for top-tier buildings, including palace halls in the Forbidden City and ceremonial temples like the Heavenly Temple.This piece is an original roof tile from that region, depicting a warrior engaged in combat while riding a monkey. In Chinese culture, the monkey is recognized as a mischievous and cunning animal symbolizing power and intelligence. The monkey holds a peach in its hand, a symbol of health and immortality.Both the warrior and the simian companion are intricately detailed, from their elaborate costumes to their finely sculpted features. Mounted on a wooden base, this remarkable piece comes from the private collection of Mexican industry giant Lorenzo Zambrano Treviño.
Details
Material/Technique:
Enameled Ceramic
Size:
15 x 13 x 5"
Base:
13 x 5 x 3/4"
Date/Period:
19th Century
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