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LOT 2228
Chinese Han Ceramic Animal Figure Group
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR LATER
3 1/8 - 5 3/4 in. (600 grams total, 8-14.5 cm).
Including a coiled serpent, a mythical creature and a cow, all with stylised anatomical detailing. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Chinese Tang Ceramic Horse with Musician
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Modelled standing with mounted rider playing a drum, the horse with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing, cropped mane, dressed tail, saddle and decorative saddle cloth; extensive remains of painted pigmentation; standing on an integral rectangular base; repaired. 2.7 kg, 38.5 cm high
Fine condition, repaired.
Acquired 1990s. West Country, UK, collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11359-192667. -
Chinese Ordos Bronze Animal Mount
6th-2nd century B.C. or laterEstimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40
Formed as a standing horse, its head facing downwards; some remaining detailing to the body and tail; two mounting lugs to the reverse. 75 grams, 86 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Chinese Tang Glazed Ceramic Bowl
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £65
Formed with a gently tapering convex side wall, everted rim and foot. 299 grams, 15.7 cm wide
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.