Chinese Bronze Warrior Statue.

Chinese bronze warrior statue in the Ming style, wearing elaborate armor and wielding the remains of a weapon.

Size: 18 x 6 1/2 x 5 1/4 in.

Chinese bronze warrior statues, produced from ancient times through later dynasties, embody themes of strength, protection, and authority in both ritual and decorative contexts. Early examples, such as those from the Warring States period (475–221 BCE) and the Han dynasty, often depict armored figures in dynamic stances, sometimes bearing weapons, to symbolize military power and the safeguarding of order. While some bronzes were practical ritual objects with warrior imagery, others were sculpted as freestanding figures, intended for tombs, temples, or elite households, reflecting both reverence for martial valor and the belief in guardianship in the afterlife. Detailed armor, expressive postures, and fine casting techniques highlight the sophistication of Chinese bronze work, while the enduring motif of the warrior speaks to the cultural importance of courage, loyalty, and protection throughout Chinese history.

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