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LOT 2144
Chinese Tang Style Gilt Bronze Mirror with Erotic Scenes
20TH CENTURY A.D.
7 5/8 in. (1.12 kg, 19.5 cm).
Discoid in plan with a raised border and central domed and pierced knop; decorated with alternating roundels of foliate tendrils and erotic figures; tinned mirror face; after the antique.
ProvenanceCollected from 1979-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
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LOT 2144
Chinese Tang Style Gilt Bronze Mirror with Erotic Scenes
Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
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Han Dynasty, 206 B.C.-220 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £117
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This animal group is typical of mingqi or 'spirit utensils' that accompanied the deceased of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 A.D.). Miniatures of farm animals, utilitarian objects, and entertainers were believed to provide nourishment and amusement for the soul of the tomb occupant. -
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Opening Bid: £100
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From a Cotswold, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. -
Chinese Bronze Seated Buddha
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Opening Bid: £1,213
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