Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 AD. A glazed ceramic dragon ridge-tile from a roof in two sections with green and yellow glaze, flowers and other motifs to each side, hollow to the underside. 41.9 kg, 103cm long overall (40 1/2"). Property of an American gentleman; acquired 1970s-1990s; accompanied by original thermoluminescence test certificate issued by Oxford Authentication Ltd. [2]Fine condition.