Description:

The horse is the seventh animal of the Chinese zodiac and a symbol of speed and perseverance. From ancient times people paid high prices for strong, reliable horses from Mongolia and Tibet. Horses were also imported from west Asian countries like Uzbekistan.

Glass, carved overlay
Height: 18.5 cm, diameter: 9.5 cm, neck diameter: 2.9 cm

Creator: Unknown

Date: 1750-1900, Qing dynasty

Copyright: Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives

Object ID:N4670