4th-3rd century BC. A hollow-formed ceramic standing horse, head held aloft, long, full tail and cropped mane; phalera disc between erect ears and a second applied disc to the chest; mouth slightly ajar; remains of decorative red pigmentation to the head and neck, possibly indicating part of a head collar or bridle; mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Christie's, Pair of Canosan Terracotta Horses, Apulia, Hellenistic Period, circa 3rd century BC, New York, sale 3798, 9th December 2015, for comparable figures.264 grams total, 13.5cm including stand (5 1/4"). Property of a Dutch private collector; acquired Gallery Arete, Zurich, Switzerland, circa 1990. This possibly once served as a votive figure. Fine condition.