Chinese Ridge Tile in the Form of a Man on Horseback
Object NameRidge tile
Mediumearthenware
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall (Height x Width x Depth): 430 × 440 × 170mm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberDISAGBS000689
About MeAncient China, it was common to decorate the roof with figures fashioned from clay. According to traditional Chinese belief the roof is a platform for communication between the mortal and spirit worlds. Ridges and eaves were adorned with representations of gods, literary characters or symbolic beasts in order to ward off evil spirits. This particular example is likely to be from the Qing Dynasty.Exhibitions
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, 1522 - 1619
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Jiaqing Period, 1796-1820
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
