Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty Terracotta Mingqi figure Lokapala - Tomb guardian - - 53 cm
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Description from the seller
Sculpture of a Mingqi Lokapala from China, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
Remarkable statuette of a victorious Lokapala warrior standing and crushing a spirit, with a headdress featuring a peacock feather.
Ochre terracotta with polychrome painted decoration.
Mingqi are funeral ritual figurines representing beings meant to serve the deceased in the afterlife.
This statuette was a protective figure.
Dimensions: 53 x 20 x 15 cm.
Restoration on the right branch of the crown.
Polychrome very well preserved.
Customs taxes are included in the delivery for international shipments.
The packaging will be carefully tailored and secured with confidence.
Catawiki disclaimer: This piece has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Sculpture of a Mingqi Lokapala from China, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
Remarkable statuette of a victorious Lokapala warrior standing and crushing a spirit, with a headdress featuring a peacock feather.
Ochre terracotta with polychrome painted decoration.
Mingqi are funeral ritual figurines representing beings meant to serve the deceased in the afterlife.
This statuette was a protective figure.
Dimensions: 53 x 20 x 15 cm.
Restoration on the right branch of the crown.
Polychrome very well preserved.
Customs taxes are included in the delivery for international shipments.
The packaging will be carefully tailored and secured with confidence.
Catawiki disclaimer: This piece has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, analysis of metals (XRF test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments, or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Century/ Timeframe
Époque TANG (618-907)
Name of object
Mingqi figure Lokapala - Tomb guardian -
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Subject/Depiction
Lokapala
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
53 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
20 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
15 cm
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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.
