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LOT 0427
Chinese Tang Ceramic Mounted Musician
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D.
15 3/8 in. (2.65 kg, 39 cm high).
On a rectangular base; the horse standing with painted harness, bridle and saddle detailing; the integral rider in loose coat and riding boots, wearing a floppy cap and playing a p'i-p'a (Chinese lute).
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s.
West Country, UK, collection.
Accompanied by an original thermoluminescence analysis report no.13CM180321 from Laboratory Kotalla.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11366-192805.
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LOT 0427
Chinese Tang Ceramic Mounted Musician
Estimate £4,500 - 6,500€5,220 - 7,540 (for guidance only)$6,080 - 8,780 (for guidance only)
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