Tang Tri-color Pottery Sculpture, 'Playful Elephant Pot'
This is a replica of the Elephant Pot made in Tang Dynasty (A.D. 618~ A.D. 907), shaped as playful and plump elephant. He raises the trunk, wears a colorful belt. And there is a child sitting on the back of the elephant, holding the mouth of the pot in his arms.
Elephants became popular in China as the development of Buddhism in ancient time, they are the symbol of peace and fortune.
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Ships from Galleria Pangea China office. |
About the artist, Gao Shuiwang
Gao Shuiwang, 48 years old, was born in the Stone Mountain Village, Henan province of China. Many of the villagers are very good part time craftsmen making Tang Tri-color pottery. Gao grew up hanging around those craftsmen. Instead of playing during his free time, Gao spent his childhood learning the secret of making tri-color pottery. He has received the “Outstanding Folk Artist” award, by the UNESCO for his remarkable skill.
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