A pair of Chinese painted and parcel gilt pottery figures of warriors Tang dynasty Each depicted in straightforward stance, one arm on hip; the other raised, dressed in elaborate armor and costume, retaining significant amounts of pigment. Accompanied by the results of Oxford Authentication thermoluminescence test #C102h10, for one of the figures, dated April 4, 2002, stating the results are consistant with the suggested age of manufacture. Approx. H of tallest: 25 3/4 in., 65.5cm PROVENANCE: Property from a European-American collection Acquired circa 1995-2008