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LOT 1531
Chinese Tang Dynasty Glazed Offering Bowl
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D.
6 1/8 in. (402 grams, 15.5 cm wide).
A ceramic offering bowl composed of a hemispherical body with broad everted rim and splayed stem, inverted rim to foot; tri-colour san t'sai glazed decoration to the interior and exterior of the bowl.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 1531
Chinese Tang Dynasty Glazed Offering Bowl
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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