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LOT 1640
Chinese Tang Terracotta Camel
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D.
16 5/8 in. (3.35 kg, 42.3 cm high).
Modelled in the round on a rectangular base, the Bactrian camel with head held erect and tail curled across the rump; hollow to the underside.
ProvenanceFrom a North Yorkshire, UK, collection, 1990s.
Accompanied by an original thermoluminescence analysis report no.C123n48 from Oxford Authentication.
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Pair of Large Chinese Tang Terracotta Musicians
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D.Estimate: £3,500 - 4,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,944
Group of 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. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11990-209554. -
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Chinese Song Temple Tile with Dragon
Song Dynasty, circa 960-1279 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
Rectangular with ornate recessed scene depicting four children at play around a processional dragon carried by two others. 3.46 kg, 29.5 x 23 cm
Ex West Country collection, UK, 1970-1990s. -
Chinese Tang Horse and Rider Figure
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £468
Modelled in the round, the horse standing on a trapezoidal base, its neck arched and head held erect, tail resting between hindlegs; with traces of painted detailing; the rider wearing an ankle -length robe, arms and hands held at the chest, hair tied in a top-knot. 1.5 kg, 30.4 cm high
Ex North Yorkshire, UK, collection, 1990s.
