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LOT 2293

Chinese Tang Glazed Dish

TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER

6 in. (233 grams, 15 cm).

Broad profile with cream glaze and everted rim, low basal ring. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex W.C. collection, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 2293

Chinese Tang Glazed Dish

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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