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LOT 2145
Tibetan Large Silver Brooch with Turquoise Inlays
EARLY 19TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/2 in. (39 grams, 11.6 cm).
The polished stones set into cells embellished with filigree borders studded with granules; loop and most of the remains of a catch to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired old German collection.
Property of RWM Collection.
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Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
This animal group is typical of mingqi or 'spirit utensils' that accompanied the deceased of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25–220 A.D.). Miniatures of farm animals, utilitarian objects, and entertainers were believed to provide nourishment and amusement for the soul of the tomb occupant. -
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Chinese Han Style Bronze Animal
20th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Formed as a crouching quadruped with stubby legs, large head with long pointed ears, prominent eyebrows and almond-shaped eyes, wide open mouth with fangs; hollow-formed. 569 grams, 12.1 cm
From a Cotswold, UK, collection, 1980-1990s.
