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LOT 0441
Chinese Han Ceramic Tripod Vessel
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D.
12 in (3.8 kg, 35.5 cm high).
Piriform bodied with two opposed Tao Tie, each holding a free-running ring in its mouth, further decorated with a shallow incised dragon to one face and a figure holding a cup on the other, together with an inscription in Chinese; tripod feet formed as squatting animals; restoration to the rings and feet.
Provenancewith Galerie Golconda May 2006.
Ex private collection, London, UK.
Accompanied by a thermoluminescence report no.11270306 from Laboratory Ralf Kotalla dated 5 May 2006.
Dragons in ancient Chinese art could be religious symbols, representatives of clans and creatures linking man to the spirit world. The Tao Tie often evoked mystery and beauty.
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LOT 0441
Chinese Han Ceramic Tripod Vessel
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
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Fine condition.
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