A roman terracotta statuette of an equestrian on his horse. The details are worn but we can see he wears a flowing cape, and holds an upright sword in his right hand, just behind a rectangular shield. The horse is well modelled, with well-defined mane, walking right.
Supplied on a custom-made mount.
 
Ancient Roman: Circa 3rd-4th century AD.
 
Condition: A surface chip to the head of the rider, details worn, with some small parts chips missing, otherwise intact with some burn marks.
Height (not including mount) 14.5 cms (5.7 ins).
 
Provenance: Andrew Cunningham Ware, France / South Florida (1945 - 2024).