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LOT 2423
Chinese Tang Style Terracotta Groom Figure
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
18 in. (3.5 kg, 45.5 cm).
Modelled in the round leaning forward, wearing a crossover riding cat, knee-length tunic and trousers; much pigment remaining.
ProvenanceEx West Country, UK, collection, 2000s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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LOT 2423
Chinese Tang Style Terracotta Groom Figure
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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