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LOT 1673

Chinese Song Terracotta Wall Tile

SONG DYNASTY, CIRCA 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.

Provenance

Ex Cotswold, UK, collection, 1970-1990.

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LOT 1673

Chinese Song Terracotta Wall Tile

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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