Chinese Han Ceramic Horse with Separable Rider

HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D.

14 3/4 in. (3.3 kg total, 37.5 cm high).

The horse standing with head erect facing forwards, ears pricked, mouth slightly ajar, cropped mane and semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing; robed rider with stylised features; remains of polychrome pigmentation; socket to receive the (absent) tail.

Provenance

Acquired 1980s-1990s.
Ex West Country collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 2202