Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or later. A ceramic horse and rider figure modelled in the round, the horse standing on a rectangular base, its stocky neck arched, head held facing down, tail resting between hindlegs, semi-naturalistic detailing to the head and mane, wearing a harness, saddle cloth and saddle; male rider modelled with the right arm held at eye level, the left held at chest height in front of the body, semi-naturalistic facial detailing, wearing a head covering; remains of polychrome pigmentation. 1.93 kg, 34 cm high (13 3/8 in.). Acquired on the UK art market, circa 2001.UK private collection.