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LOT 2311
South East Asian Glazed Vessel Group
19TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
3 - 3 3/4 in. (480 grams total, 78-97 mm).
Three squat jars each with an animal-head to the shoulder: ox, sheep and stylised bird. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a Canadian gentleman living in Essex, UK, formed since the 1920s-circa 1990.
Property of an Essex lady until the late 1990s; thence by descent.
From the private collection of an Essex gentleman since the late 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Vintage Tibetan Buddhist Hand-Painted Thangka
Mid 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Painted panel with front and back views of the human body flanking a larger view showing chakras and other detailing, explanatory text and legends. 38 grams, 45.6 x 39.5 cm
From the private collection of a Canadian gentleman living in Essex, UK, formed since the 1920s-circa 1990. Property of an Essex lady until the late 1990s; thence by descent. From the private collection of an Essex gentleman since the late 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Chinese Song Terracotta Tile with Budai
Song Dynasty, 960-1279 A.D. or laterEstimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Depicting the monk Budai in high-relief, seated on the floor in a relaxed pose, his robe falling down from his left shoulder. 1.49 kg, 20.5 cm
From a West Country, UK, collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Budai was a 10th century monk, known for his laughing face and round stomach, and was named after the cloth sack that he carries under his arm. Buddhists believe him to be the incarnation of Maitreya, the future Buddha, who helps common people in the mortal world. -
Chinese Sancai Style Glazed Terracotta Zodiac Figure
Tang Dynasty, 618-907 A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £286
Hollow-formed with partial glaze finish; standing figure in floor-length bell-shaped robe with dragon-head, arms in long bell-shaped sleeves; waisted base. 368 grams, 22 cm
Private collection, Hong Kong, acquired in the 1990s-2000s. Private collection, London, acquired in the 2000s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
