An undated archaistic part-glazed buff ceramic figurine of a horseman, in Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 AD style, on a rectangular base; the horse with harness, bridle and crupper, saddlecloth and pierced bit for the reins; the rider in lamellar armour over a knee-length gambeson, with feet in stirrups, mace in the right hand; separately modelled head in open-face helmet with brim; horse hollow to the underside. 1.8 kg, 31cm (12 1/4"). Ex Swiss collection; acquired 2015 from a Danish Gallery.

Fine condition.