Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Tang Horses 116 x 45 x 86

116 x 45 x 86

this Indian lintel would have been used above a door and depicts the Hindu elephant god Ganesh in the centre

This Chinese reproduction pear shaped decorative vase is hand made on the potters wheel in the traditional way

Historical Use: Traditionally used for storing paan ingredients

Chinese Immortal or Ancestor Figure - 19thC Tang Horses 116 x 45 x 86Ancestor worship was an integral part of Chinese culture for many centuries. It played an important part in each family's clan life. Ancestor figures were cherished and honoured daily with an offering of incense. This was believed to protect the home and family members. Chinese "kin", lineage, is also known as a "clan". These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname. Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern