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LOT 2302
Chinese Blue Glazed Jar
20TH CENTURY A.D.
10 5/8 in. (3.18 kg, 27 cm).
Comprising a tiered foot, squat bulbous body riding to a broad neck with horizontal ribbed collar and two vertical sockets, tiered mouth.
ProvenancePreviously from a Hong Kong collection.
Ex property of a London, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Chinese Seal Stamp with Ink Pot
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising a carved stamp with a dragon encircling the handle, one end with reversed 'John' and Chinese text below, the other end with geometric motifs; domed ceramic inkpot with contents and a painted dragon on the lid; supplied in a fabric display case. 538 grams total, 7.7-12.1 cm (711 grams total, 14.5 x 13.5 cm)
Property of a North West London, UK, lady. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Chinese Song Green Glazed Dish
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Shallow with chamfered rim and basal ring, short inscription to underside; remains of green glaze. 178 grams, 15.3 cm wide
Ex West Country collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Chinese Song Terracotta Tile with Budai
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D. or laterEstimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Depicting the monk Budai in high-relief, seated on the floor in a relaxed pose, his robe falling down from his left shoulder. 1.49 kg, 20.5 cm
From a West Country, UK, collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Budai was a 10th century monk, known for his laughing face and round stomach, and was named after the cloth sack that he carries under his arm. Buddhists believe him to be the incarnation of Maitreya, the future Buddha, who helps common people in the mortal world.
