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LOT 2650
Chinese Hu Vessel
HAN DYNASTY, 206 BC-220 A.D.
17 7/8 in. (5.8 kg total, 45.5 cm high including stand).
Comprising a piriform body with broad rounded shoulder, narrow neck and carinated flared rim to the mouth; horizontal ribbed bands to neck and shoulder; pale blue-green glaze with pearlescent passages; provided with a carved wooden base.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a deceased gentleman who worked for Bukowski & Sothebys; acquired 1960s-1970s.
Accompanied by an original thermoluminescence report issued by Oxford Authentication, no.C125b41.
Accompanied by a copy of a previous illustrated catalogue page.
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LOT 2650
Chinese Hu Vessel
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*
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