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LOT 0440
Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
CHINESE XIAJIADIAN PAINTED TERRACOTTA TRIPOD LI VESSEL
NEOLITHIC, CIRCA 23RD-15TH CENTURY B.C.
10 1/4 in. (1.4 kg, 26 cm high).
NEOLITHIC, CIRCA 23RD-15TH CENTURY B.C.
10 1/4 in. (1.4 kg, 26 cm high).
Composed of three hollow conical feet, elongated body and everted rim, polychrome painted geometric motifs to body and neck.
PROVENANCE:
Ex E. Bourke, MD, Yonkers, New York, U.S.A.
Acquired on the U.S. art market.
Ex property of a London gallery.
Accompanied by thermoluminescence analysis report no.26AG08042022 by Laboratory Kotalla.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.201948.
LITERATURE:
Cf. The Cleveland Museum of Art, accession number 2005.20, for similar.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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.
