Terracotta figure of a spirit of earth

Beautiful terracotta figure was hand made and painted using the ancient Tri-Glaze techniques. A true work of art, the splendid glossy glaze is distinctive of Tang San Cai style. Glaze is skillfully applied achieving high artistic effect. A stunning, majestic piece. The Sancai technique dates back to the Tang Dynasty (618–907AD). Sancai sculptures remain one of the most admired and treasured art forms till this day.