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LOT 1559
Chinese Tang Deep Maroon Horse
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER
18 1/2 in. (5.6 kg, 47 cm high).
A ceramic horse figure modelled in the round, standing on a rectangular base with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing, cropped mane and dressed tail, integral moulded saddle, painted bridle and harness; remains of polychrome painted pigmentation on a deep maroon body.
ProvenanceOriental Gallery, Bath 1980s.
Desmond Morris collection, 1980s-2019.
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LOT 1559
Chinese Tang Deep Maroon Horse
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Chinese Tang Horse and Rider with Dog
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Estimate: £3,000 - 4,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,400
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Chinese Han Style Bronze Dragon Weight
19th-20th century A.D.Estimate: £250 - 350 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £125
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Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-1990s. From a West Country collection.
