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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.
Provenance
Ex Hong Kong collection, 1980-1990.
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