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LOT 1528
Chinese Song Tile with Figure and Handprint
SONG DYNASTY, 960-1279 A.D.
12 in. (5.97 kg, 30 cm).
A rectangular ceramic tile with high-relief figure with a florid arch, with much pigment remaining; the figure dressed in copious robes with tall headdress, holding in both hands a hookah with the pipe in the mouth; impressed handprint to the reverse; repaired.
Provenance
Acquired 1970s-1990s.
Hong Kong collection.
Ex West Country collection, UK.
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LOT 1528
Chinese Song Tile with Figure and Handprint
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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