Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. A large ceramic horse modelled in the round with naturalistic anatomical detailing, standing on a rectangular base, with ears pricked forwards, dressed tail, wearing saddle and saddle cloth decorated with elaborate polychrome stylised flowers, detailing to the eyes and eyelashes. Cf. The British Museum, museum number 1938,0524.114, for a similar style of horse modelled in a different pose. 14.1 kg, 62.5 cm high (24 5/8 in.). Acquired 1990s. West Country, UK, collection. Apanied by positive thermoluminescence report no.CJ162522022, issued by Laboratory Kotalla. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is apanied by AIAD certificate no.11362-192817. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions .]