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LOT 2373
Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
CHINESE NORTHERN WEI TERRACOTTA STANDING FIGURE
NORTHERN WEI DYNASTY, 386-534 A.D.
19 in. (4.7 kg, 48 cm).
NORTHERN WEI DYNASTY, 386-534 A.D.
19 in. (4.7 kg, 48 cm).
Wearing an ankle-length robe and pillar-box cap, right arm raised, with separately modelled hand and head; left arm within a copious sleeve. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in the Cheuk family collection, Hong Kong, 1990s.
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
