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LOT 2197
Chinese Ming Green Glazed Vessel
MING DYNASTY, 1368-1644 A.D.
7 1/4 in. (1.01 kg, 18.5 cm wide).
Comprising a squat tubular body with broad shoulders and a flat everted rim, a broad flange base with four radiating rectangular feet pierced vertically to accept a thong, and incised circumferential grooves on the sidewall and shoulder. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
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Chinese Ming Glazed Terracotta Tomb Figure
Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
Standing on a hexagonal base with pointed shoes, dressed in an ankle-length robe tied at the waist; separate head with a conical cap. 1.46 kg, 41.5 cm
Ex Sotheby's, London, circa 1990s. London, UK, collection. -
Japanese Bone Netsuke Group
Circa 19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
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Chinese Northern Wei Terracotta Buddha Brick
Northern Wei, 386-534 A.D. or laterEstimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Current Winning Bid: £60
Buddha depicted seated in a niche with an aureole behind him, his hands crossed and held at his lap. 4.05 kg, 32 x 15 cm
Ex Hong Kong gentleman's collection.
