Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 AD. A green-glazed ceramic roof terminal comprising a rectangular chamber shrine with pelmet and lateral decorated panels, hole to each short side and hollow underside. 12.4 kg, 42.5cm (16 3/4"). Property of an American gentleman; acquired 1970s-1990s; accompanied by original thermoluminescence test certificate no.C119d3 issued by Oxford Authentication Ltd. Fine condition.