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LOT 2251
Chinese Tang White Ware Bowl
TANG DYNASTY, 618-907 A.D. OR LATER
6 1/4 in. (225 grams, 16 cm).
Shallow with peach-coloured rim and step below to outer face, basal ring. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx West Country collection, 1990s.
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Chinese Tang Terracotta Sogdian or Semitic Groom
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterEstimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £175
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Formerly in the collection of M.D. O'Hara collection, 1980. Ex collection of an Israeli gentleman. -
Southern Asian Bronze Mythical Beast Door Handle
19th-20th century ADSold for (Inc. bp): £104
Wearing a headdress, forepaws held in front of the face with claws ready to attack, a prominent phallus, a small creature astride the beast's paws, detailing across the body and head; a plaque at the feet and to the shoulders with foliate motifs in relief and holes for attachment. 820 grams, 31 cm
Fine condition.
The RWM Collection; acquired in France. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Chinese Yue Kiln Style Celadon Animal Vessel
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Private collection, UK.
