ASancai Glazed Pottery Figure of a Standing Horse

A Sancai Glazed Pottery Figure of a Standing Horse
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
唐 三彩馬
depicting standing foursquare above a rectangular base, with the neck and head coursed left, ears pricked forward and eyes set at attention; the body with a glaze of caramelized honey pooling at the chest and haunches, borne under a molded saddle and harness glazed green and decorated with yellow medallions, all set within a later hardwood stand.
Height 16 in., 40.5 cm.
Property from a Private Collection, Highland Park, Illinois
The result of Oxford Authentication thermoluminescence test no. C120e12 is consistent with the dating of this lot.
Condition Report: Presenting in overall stable condition, with expected wear and some minor chipping to molded elements. Examination under UV light shows signs of restoration to the front hooves and inpainting beneath the neck. Please contact Asian@HindmanAuctions.com for a complete condition report.