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LOT 2074
Chinese Song Lion Tile
SONG DYNASTY, 960-1279 A.D. OR LATER
10 1/2 x 10 1/4 in. (4 kg, 26.5 x 26 cm).
Rectangular in plan with figure modelled in the half-round of a lion pouncing; traces of pigment remaining.
ProvenanceEx West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.
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Chinese Tang Terracotta Horse and Rider
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,111
Modelled in the round in static pose on a rectangular base, the female rider bent forward with right arm raised; both hands pierced to accept reins (absent). 5.6 kg, 42 cm high
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. Accompanied by a thermoluminescence analysis report no.C124d51 from Oxford Authentication. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12157-217630 -
Chinese Ming Glazed Terracotta Tomb Figure
Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Comprising: tiered rectangular base with scrolled detailing; body standing erect in an ankle-length robe with left arm bent to the chest, on an octagonal-section stepped base; separate head with brimmed cap. 5.55 kg total, 51.5 cm high
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. -
Chinese Tang Polo Player Pair
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £5,200
A dynamic pair of ceramic polo player figures modelled in the round, each a female in a robe with long sleeves and extensive remains of polychrome pigmentation riding a galloping horse in vigorous pose; detailing to the harnesses and rider's garments; each with a custom-made display stand. 11.4 kg total, 49 cm high including stands
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. Accompanied by an thermoluminescence analysis report no.C124d48 for one of the figures from Oxford Authentication. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12156-217620.
