Ca. 1368-1644 AD. Chinese Ming Dynasty. An elaborately crafted warrior attendant figure dressed and green and orange armour, with a tall conical helmet with a light coloured tassel, possibly meant to imitate horse hair. The warrior holds an object in his left hand. During the Ming Dynasty the Chinese art industry flourished and the production of ceramic and porcelain pieces increased exponentially. Figures of this type were particularly popular during the Ming artistic revival which placed great importance on depicting aspects of Chinese political and social life including warriors, servants and ladies of high status. Good condition.Size: L:220mm / W:75mm ; 495g; Provenance: Important estate collection from Oxfordshire; formed in the 1970s-2000.