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LOT 2022
Chinese Tang Decorated Bronze Mirror
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER
7 in. (775 grams, 18 cm).
Discoid in plan with dentilled rim and raised ring to the reverse, central pierced dome to accept a strap. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.
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Chinese Song Terracotta Tile
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D. or laterEstimate: £180 - 240 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £90
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Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. -
Chinese MIng Blue and White Jar with Peonies
Late Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
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South East Asian Gold Ring with Cabochon
Circa 16th-17th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
With broad carinated shoulders, cup bezel with applied beaded wire collar, inset garnet cabochon. 8.32 grams, 26.82 mm overall, 17.47 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
