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LOT 2469
Chinese Ming Glazed Terracotta Model Chest
MING DYNASTY, 1368-1644 A.D. OR LATER
5 1/4 x 4 1/2 in. (1.08 kg, 13.5 x 11.5 cm).
Formed as a lidded black chest on a green rectangular base; two large handles, hinges, and a lock to the front, five holes to the base; from a tomb group. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a West Country collection, UK, 1990s.
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 2469
Chinese Ming Glazed Terracotta Model Chest
Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
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Chinese Song Terracotta Tile with Budai
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D. or laterEstimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Depicting the monk Budai in high-relief, seated on the floor in a relaxed pose, his robe falling down from his left shoulder. 1.49 kg, 20.5 cm
From a West Country, UK, collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Budai was a 10th century monk, known for his laughing face and round stomach, and was named after the cloth sack that he carries under his arm. Buddhists believe him to be the incarnation of Maitreya, the future Buddha, who helps common people in the mortal world. -
Hoi An Cargo Shipwreck Glazed Blue and White Bowl Set
15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Comprising six deep bowls with floral motif to the inner face; outer face with large petals and floral wreath. 1.65 kg total, 12.6-13.5 cm
Ex Butterfield and Butterfield auction with official Hoi An Hoard labels. Accompanied by an illustrated information sheet about the Hoi An shipwreck. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
In the mid 15th century a freighting junk loaded with fine Vietnamese pottery sank in an area of the South China Sea called the 'Dragon’s Embrace.' This vessel is part of the shipwreck cargo recovered off the coast of Vietnam at Hoi An. The ceramics themselves were probably made in the area of Chu Dau. -
Hoi An Cargo Shipwreck Blue and White Jar Group
15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Comprising two bulbous jars with floral motifs and a piriform jar with narrow mouth, repaired. 443 grams total, 63-94 mm
Ex Butterfield and Butterfield auction with official Hoi An Hoard labels. Accompanied by an illustrated information sheet about the Hoi An shipwreck. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
In the mid 15th century a freighting junk loaded with fine Vietnamese pottery sank in an area of the South China Sea called the 'Dragon’s Embrace.' This vessel is part of the shipwreck cargo recovered off the coast of Vietnam at Hoi An. The ceramics themselves were probably made in the area of Chu Dau.
