Ancient Chinese Musician statuette - Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD)
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Ceramic statuette of a Han dynasty musician (206 BC–220 AD), model: musician statuette, height 18.1 cm and width 11.2 cm, in very good condition.
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Ceramic statuette from the Han dynasty depicting a kneeling musician.
He is dressed in a long robe with wide sleeves and wears a traditional headdress.
China, Han Dynasty, 206 BC to AD 220.
Very good condition, intact piece.
White engobe traces and remnants of red polychromy.
Dimensions: height 18.1 cm - width 11.2 cm
Provenance: Galerie Royaume Uni, Galerie R.B.Y.
Previous provenance history: established from a former private collection assembled in the 1980s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateCeramic statuette from the Han dynasty depicting a kneeling musician.
He is dressed in a long robe with wide sleeves and wears a traditional headdress.
China, Han Dynasty, 206 BC to AD 220.
Very good condition, intact piece.
White engobe traces and remnants of red polychromy.
Dimensions: height 18.1 cm - width 11.2 cm
Provenance: Galerie Royaume Uni, Galerie R.B.Y.
Previous provenance history: established from a former private collection assembled in the 1980s.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, with a provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/ Timeframe
206 BC / 220 AD
Name of object
Musician statuette - Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2021
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
