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LOT 2020

Chinese Song Terracotta Tile

SONG DYNASTY, CIRCA 960-1279 A.D.

11 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. (4.86 kg, 28.5 x 28.5 cm).

Rectangular tile with round recess, reserved high-relief carving of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, facing with four arms raised holding attribuites.

Provenance

Ex Cotswold collection, UK, 1990s.

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LOT 2020

Chinese Song Terracotta Tile

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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