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Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature
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LOT 2220

Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature

SONG DYNASTY, 960-1279 A.D. OR LATER

12 in. (5.97 kg, 30 cm).

Rectangular with a shallow recess to the obverse containing a polychrome dancer in a dynamic pose, wearing a flowing robe with long sleeves, impressed handprint on the reverse.

Provenance

From a West Country collection, UK, 1990s.

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LOT 2220

Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature

Estimate £180 - 240€210 - 280 (for guidance only)$240 - 320 (for guidance only)

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