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LOT 1588

Chinese Ming Lady Group

LATE MING DYNASTY-EARLY QING DYNASTY, 16TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.

9 - 9 1/2 in. (1.5 kg total, 23-24 cm).

A group of three glazed ceramic figures comprising: standing female in blue robe holding a stringed instrument to her shoulder; similar standing female holding a gourd to her chest; similar standing female holding a lidded casket. [3]

Provenance

Acquired 1970s.
West Country, UK, collection.

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LOT 1588

Chinese Ming Lady Group

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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