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LOT 2208
Chinese Ming Glazed Ceramic Horse and Rider
LATE MING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
14 in. (2.6 kg, 35.5 cm high).
Unglazed ceramic figure of horse and rider; the horse standing on a rectangular base with brown bridle and green harness; female rider in flared riding coat with right hand within a long sleeve held at the chest, left arm extended; with speckled effect across the surface; separate head.
Provenance
Ex Cotswold, UK, collection, 1970-1990.
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LOT 2208
Chinese Ming Glazed Ceramic Horse and Rider
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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