Han dynasty demon-faced roof Tile, House protector
19th Century
Stone
diameter 15 cm
diameter 5 7/8 in
diameter 5 7/8 in
6260
€ 1,900.00
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Han Dynasty (206 BC–220 AD) roof tile ends, known as Wadang reached their peak in artistic and technical design, featuring intricate, molded patterns, auspicious Chinese characters, and symbolic creatures. Used for both protection and decoration along eaves, these grey earthenware tiles are renowned for their, vigor, and complex seal script (Zhuan) calligraphy.