Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty Terracotta Mingqi horse - 32 cm

During the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD), China reached a peak of cultural, political, and artistic achievements. Terracotta mingqi figures, including horses, were commonly placed in tombs to represent the wealth, status, and interests of the deceased. The horses from this period are often depicted with dynamic poses, decorated harnesses, and realistic anatomy, symbolizing the importance of cavalry and horses in Tang society. At 32 cm tall, this terracotta horse would have been a significant funerary object, reflecting both the artistic skill of Tang potters and the symbolic role of horses as power and prestige markers. Tang dynasty ceramics and mingqi remain highly prized for their historical and aesthetic value by collectors and scholars alike.