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Chinese Han Terracotta Duck with Bronze Feet Chinese Han Terracotta Duck with Bronze Feet Chinese Han Terracotta Duck with Bronze Feet
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LOT 2471

Chinese Han Terracotta Duck with Bronze Feet

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

9 5/8 in. (1.29 kg, 24.5 cm).

Modelled in the round with head erect, painted detailing; separate webbed feet.

Provenance

Previously from a Hong Kong collection.
Ex property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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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LOT 2471

Chinese Han Terracotta Duck with Bronze Feet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £845

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