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LOT 2676
Chinese Northern Wei Terracotta Buddha Brick
NORTHERN WEI, 386-534 A.D. OR LATER
12 5/8 x 6in. (4.05 kg, 32 x 15 cm).
Buddha depicted seated in a niche with an aureole behind him, his hands crossed and held at his lap.
ProvenanceEx Hong Kong gentleman's collection.
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LOT 2676
Chinese Northern Wei Terracotta Buddha Brick
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£50 (EUR 58; USD 68) +BP*
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