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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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With narrow hoop expanding to bulb at each shoulder, discoid bezel with applied beaded wire collar, lateral spurs and S-swirl to the centre; child's size hoop. 7.04 grams, 19.78 mm overall, 13.41 mm internal diameter
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Pair of Large Chinese Tang Terracotta Musicians
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,380
Two mounted musicians comprising: the horse standing on a rectangular base 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); the other similar, playing a ling-gu tambour held in the left hand. 5.35 kg total, 38.5 cm high each
Acquired 1990s. West Country, UK, collection. Accompanied by a copy of a thermoluminescence analysis report no.13CM180321 from Laboratory Kotalla for one of the figures. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11990-209554. -
Chinese Tang Merchant with Ponytail
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.DEstimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Standing on a rectangular base, horse with head slightly turned and mouth open, integral saddleblanket and horseman wearing a peaked hood, tiered garment and long braid of hair to his back; some pigment remaining. 2.5 kg, 39.5 cm high
From the late Alison Barker collection, 1970-1990.