Lot Essay
The result of thermoluminescence test, Oxford, 666k42, is consistent with the dating of this lot.
TANG DYNASTY
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A LARGE PAINTED POTTERY HORSE
tang dynasty
Modelled standing four-square on a rectangular base with head turned slightly to the left and mouth open below flared nostrils, wearing a saddle-blanket and saddle draped in a cloth below its mane issuing a single long tress down the left side of the neck and above its short tail, its body painted red, restored
20in. (51cm.) high
tang dynasty
Modelled standing four-square on a rectangular base with head turned slightly to the left and mouth open below flared nostrils, wearing a saddle-blanket and saddle draped in a cloth below its mane issuing a single long tress down the left side of the neck and above its short tail, its body painted red, restored
20in. (51cm.) high