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LOT 2318
Chinese Han Terracotta Horse Torso
HAN DYNASTY, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. OR LATER
21 1/4 in. (6.5 kg, 54 cm).
Modelled with head erect and ears pricked, lips parted to reveal the teeth, painted saddlecloth, harness and bride detailing; sockets for the legs and the separate tail.
ProvenancePreviously 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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