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LOT 0423
Estimate
GBP (£) 4,000 - 6,000
EUR (€) 4,630 - 6,940
USD ($) 5,360 - 8,040
CHINESE HAN DYNASTY WOODEN DECORATED JAR
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR EARLIER
18 1/2 in. (2.5 kg, 47 cm high).
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR EARLIER
18 1/2 in. (2.5 kg, 47 cm high).
A rare wooden jar with lid (fanghu) adorned with bestial handles and four dragonesque feet, polychrome lacquered detailing to the zoomorphic figures and over the body, depicting mythic bird creatures, geometric and floral motifs, repeated on the interior and exterior of the lid; fragmentary.
PROVENANCE:
Ex Hong Kong collection.
London Mayfair gallery, UK.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11705-199212.
LITERATURE:
See War & Ritual, Treasures from the Warring States, 1993, for similar pieces.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
