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LOT 2204

Chinese Han Naked Terracotta Male Figure

HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR LATER

23 in. (3.15 kg, 58.5 cm).

An unglazed nude figure with black hair dressed in a low bun, sockets to the shoulders to accept posable arms; repaired.

Provenance

From a West Country, UK, collection, 1990s.

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LOT 2204

Chinese Han Naked Terracotta Male Figure

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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