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LOT 2258
Chinese Han Dynasty Rider
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR LATER
9 5/8 in. (983 grams, 24.5 cm).
Modelled in the round with integral saddle, painted detailing to face. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Hong Kong collection, 1990s.
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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Ex Butterfield and Butterfield auction with official Hoi An Hoard labels. Accompanied by an illustrated information sheet about the Hoi An shipwreck. 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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