Antique Colorful Terracotta Kneeling Archer Statue 26 cm
This kneeling archer statue in terracotta reproduces the iconography of the Chinese Terracotta Army with an aged polychrome finish in green-gray tones. An authentic decorative item to offer to enthusiasts of Asian art and reconstructed antiques.
Approximate size: 26 x 10 x 10 cm
Approximate total weight: 600g
The terracotta figurines are made from baked clay, handcrafted, and then carefully finished.
Their appearance is authentically ancient, and each terracotta figurine has subtle differences.
The Terracotta Army, also known as "figurines of warriors and horses buried with the dead" (bīngmǎ yǒng), is a collection of nearly eight thousand terracotta sculptures of soldiers and horses, representing the army of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China; it was intended to protect the emperor on his journey after death, ensuring his safety and power even in the afterlife.
Kneeling Archers: These statues depict kneeling archers, ready to fire their bows and arrows at the enemy. Their posture demonstrates their concentration and skill in archery.
* The surface is treated with an aged polychrome finish , with green-grey hues , evoking an oxidized patina of the antique bronze type .
This deliberately aged treatment allows us to recreate the look of an old object marked by time, while maintaining an elegant and authentic decorative finish.
Each piece has slight variations in color, a result of the handcrafted finishing process.
The oxidized polychrome finish, with green-gray tones evoking ancient bronze, gives each statue a unique appearance with subtle variations in shade. This artisanal rendering appeals to customers seeking original, timeless decorative pieces, whether for home interiors, office spaces, or themed collections.
Compact at 26 cm in height, this statue is easy to display in showcases or on shelves. A product with strong restocking potential for decor shops, esoteric goods retailers, or curiosity shops looking to diversify their offering with items that have a strong visual identity.
