This listing is for an Antique/Vintage Chinese Tang Dynasty War Horse Statue is a rare and huge terracotta figurine . The Large Chinese painted pottery figure of a prancing horse, standing with raised right foreleg, the head turning slightly to the left, the mouth open and nostrils flared, the saddle with decorative cloth folds, The colour, shape and size make it a magnificent centrepiece figurine. This rare and unique Large Tang Horse A antique/vintage reproduction of the War horses made in China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907), this terracotta horse has most of its colour remaining. There is another one on a different site dated 1850 to 1890 at the price of �550 . i have put on 1920/1930 so my dating could be a lot earlier .The Tang Dynasty hollow-moulded terracotta horse shown , as it stands erect on an integral rectangular base. (The base has small cut corners making it actually octagonal). The animal is portrayed in the caparisoned style, richly decorated with ornate piriform adornments to the collar and crupper strap. A moulded saddle with a folded cloth on the horse�s back, painted in orange and brown respectively, with the blanket further enriched by circular motifs rendered in dark pigmentation. The majority of the green, red and white slip remains on the horse�s body, emphasising the naturalistically moulded features: the strong physique, the alert pupils, and the horses mouth in a wild and �ready for action� pose. This also suits the pawing action of the front raised leg in the typical �tang� style. The large flowing mane is cropped and neatly groomed, with the shortened tail dressed with a ribbon.The Tang Horse is made of high-quality terracotta and has been well-preserved, making it a remarkable addition to any collection. Its Chinese theme and origin make it a valuable piece of art that represents the rich heritage of China especially during Tang Dynasty. The statue stands at 15.5'' inches tall and I believe it to be a vintage rep...