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LOT 2029
Chinese Northern Wei Buddha Brick
NORTHERN WEI DYNASTY, 386-534 A.D.
1 3/8 in. (4.29 kg, 31.5 cm).
With arched recess, nimbate Buddha in seated pose with hands raised to the chest.
ProvenanceEx Hong Kong collection, 1980-1990.
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Chinese Blue and White Jar
15th-17th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
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Ex Hong Kong collection, 1970-1990s. -
Chinese Tang Terracotta Camel
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterEstimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
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Large Chinese Wei Terracotta Greeting Female
Northern Wei Dynasty, 386-534 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,430
Modelled in the round wearing a floor-length tight-fitting gown and long-sleeved undergarment; arms extended in a gesture of welcome; painted detailing to the face and hair. 5.25 kg, 61 cm high
From a West Country, UK, collection, formed in the 1990s. Accompanied by a thermoluminescence analysis report no.C124a3 from Oxford Authentication.
