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LOT 1535
Chinese Han Horse Torso
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D.
18 1/8 in. (3.85 kg, 46 cm).
A terracotta horse torso with socket to neck and underside of legs to accept other body parts, remains of pigmentation delineating harness straps.
Provenance
Acquired 1960s-1990s.
Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
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LOT 1535
Chinese Han Horse Torso
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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