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LOT 2612

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.

CONDITION

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LOT 2612

Chinese Song Wall Tile with Handprint Signature

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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