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LOT 2143

Chinese Song Celadon Glazed Tomb Figure

SONG DYNASTY, 960-1279 A.D. OR LATER

9 1/4 in. (542 grams, 23.5 cm).

Modelled standing on a square plinth with his hand suspended from his waistband and pierced to accept separately made attachments, the face modelled with a fierce expression and long moustache. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex J. Warring collection, UK, 1980s.
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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LOT 2143

Chinese Song Celadon Glazed Tomb Figure

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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