Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 AD. A ceramic tile with foliage design to the bottom, ridged edge and figure of a bird with outspread wings and recurved head; incised detail to the head and wings, remnants of paint to the head and body; to the top left a coiled animal, possibly a snake. 3.1 kg, 20cm (8"). Private collection, Cambridgeshire, UK; acquired prior to 2000. [No Reserve]