Chinese Horse Cart from the Qing Dynasty
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: wood;cotton;wicker;metal
DimensionsOverall (dia wheel: 124 cm; cab: 122 le x 81 wi x 126 ht): 220 x 196 x 532 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Mr. & Mrs. Joey and Toby Tanenbaum
Object number2003.034.001
DescriptionWooden two-wheeled cart with 2 poles and metal rings at front for tethering a horse. The lacquered wooden cart has a relief carving on the front arch of the cab consisting of two dragons contending over a flaming gem. The cab has lacquered latticework on the sides, a covered roof with a blue cotton top and bamboo basketwork on interior ceiling. The cart has an oversized axle width with two large wooden iron rimmed wheels.Status
Not on view
c. 1875
Unknown Artist
Unknown Artist
