Unglazed earthenware. Tang horses are among the most famous works of Chinese art. Figures like this one were used as tomb figures for prominent members of Tang society. Statues of horses, camels, ladies, warriors were included in the tomb so they could serve the deceased in the after life.
Damaged.
L: 28 cm (11 inches)
Thermoluminescence test by Lab. Ralf Kotalla
Antiquities Ancient Asian
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