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LOT 2158
Chinese Tang Deep Maroon Ceramic Horse
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER
18 1/2 in. (5.6 kg, 47 cm high).
Modelled in the round, standing on a rectangular base with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing, cropped mane and dressed tail, integral moulded saddle, painted bridle and harness; remains of polychrome painted pigmentation on a deep maroon body.
ProvenanceOriental Gallery, Bath 1980s.
Desmond Morris collection, 1980s-2019.
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