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LOT 2148
Chinese Song Ceramic Tile
SONG DYNASTY, 960-1279 A.D.
11 1/4 in. (5.4 kg, 28.5 cm wide).
Circular recess with high-relief modelled figure of Mahākāla sitting cross-legged on a lotus dais, six arms holding various symbols.
ProvenanceEx Cotswold, UK, collection, 1970-1990.
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LOT 2148
Chinese Song Ceramic Tile
Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)
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Chinese Tang Ceramic Horse and Rider with Dog
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,389
Modelled in the round standing on a rectangular base, the animal's head bowed down and turned slightly left, shown with a long and immaculately-kept mane, short dressed tail, saddle cloth decorated with an 'animal skin' pattern and a harness adorned with pendants; the male rider seated in the saddle wearing a knee-length robe and riding boots, his arms positioned to hold reins (absent), a domestic dog perched on a covering behind him; semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing to both figures, the rider shown with a full beard and moustache, wearing a cap. 3.9 kg, 42 cm high
Acquired 1980s-1990s. Ex West Country collection. Accompanied by an original thermoluminescence analysis report no. C122f84 from Oxford Authentication. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11702-199228. -
Chinese Han Style Bronze Dragon's Head Finial
20th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Formed as a beast head with stylised features, ears formed as suspension loops and tubular socket held in the animal's mouth; neck forming a semi-circular socket. 292 grams, 10 cm
Acquired 1980-1990s. Ex West Country, UK, collection. -
Chinese Song Ceramic Tile
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Rectangular panel, high-relief dancing girl in active pose with scrolled veil and vegetation. 3.4 kg, 37.5 cm wide
Ex Cotswold, UK, collection, 1970-1990.
