Two Chinese pottery figures on horseback, possibly Tang dyna...

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£380

Two Chinese pottery figures on horseback, possibly Tang dynasty, each horse modelled on four legs upon a square platform, the figures atop with hands raised in a position to hold reins, each grey in appearance and with remanence of white and red pigments, each 36.5cm high (2) (at fault) Footnote: Equestrian figures of this form, with the rider depicted wearing similar hoods and with arms held out as if to pull the reins, were probably part of a hunting group. Figures of this type were popular during the Tang dynasty and were an essential part of all tomb retinues.

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Old restorations are apparent throughout and some more recent restorations are probable. Over painting is visible. One tail missing. One head reattached. Ears missing to both horses. Right foot of one rider missing.