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LOT 1938
Chinese Tang Glazed Terracotta Dish
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER
5 3/4 in. (187 grams, 14.5 cm wide).
Of low ogee profile with unglazed rim, basal ring. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.
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Chinese Tang Decorated Bronze Mirror
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £72
Discoid in plan with dentilled rim and raised ring to the reverse, central pierced dome to accept a strap. 775 grams, 18 cm
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. -
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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. -
South East Asian Decorated Gold Ring
Circa 16th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Comprising a rectangular-section hoop supporting an octagonal bezel engraved with foliates and x-motifs. 1.08 grams, 15.70 mm overall, 13.30 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E, USA 2 1/4, Europe 2.41, Japan 2)
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
