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LOT 1512
Chinese Wei Buddha Brick
WEI DYNASTY, 534-550 A.D.
13 3/8 x 6 1/4 in. (3.7 kg, 34 x 16 cm).
A rectangular ceramic brick displaying Buddha in an ankle-length robe beneath a canopy, in raised relief within a rectangular niche, his hands held in the varada mudra of charity and compassion.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-1990s.
Ex Hong Kong collection.
From a private West Country collection.
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Chinese Ordos Style Decorative Plaque with Buddha and Beasts
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Opening Bid: £160
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Opening Bid: £125
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Fine condition.
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