Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 2031
Chinese Wei Terracotta Brick
NORTHERN WEI, 386-534 A.D. OR LATER
12 1/4 in. (3.7 kg, 31 cm).
Rectangular in plan with recessed arch, figure modelled in the half-round of Buddha sitting on a raised throne with mandorla to the rear, hands positioned in the gesture of reassurance (Abhaya Mudra).
Provenance
Ex Hong Kong collection, 1980-1990.
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
RELATED LOTS
-
Chinese and other Broken Pottery Vessel Group
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Including fragments of a terracotta jar with piriform body and waisted neck. 6.6 kg total including box, 3.5-28 cm
Ex London, UK, gallery. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman. -
Chinese Tang Glazed Terracotta Dish
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.DSold for (Inc. bp): £33
Broad and conical in profile with basal ring. 234 grams, 16.5 cm wide
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. -
.jpg)
Chinese Han Style Bronze Crane Finial
20th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
With stylised detailing and cylindrical socket. 272 grams, 13 cm high
Acquired 1980-1990s. Ex West Country, UK, collection.
