Chinese, Tang dynasty. Spiritedly modeled with the right foreleg raised, the head tucked in and at a slight angle with mouth open in a neigh and with flaring nostrils, ears pricked, the gracefullyarched neck grooved for insertion of a mane, the saddle blanket with a large pleats and traces of red pigment, some restoration.H. 58.2 cm ( 23 in.)Provenance: Pao & Moltke, Toronto. Purchased 1996. With original bill of purchase.