Ancient Chinese Jade Bi disc - Han Dynasty (206 BC / 220 AD)
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Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty jade Bi disc (206 BC – 220 AD) in honey-yellow nephrite with Taotie and Leiwen motifs, diameter 7.6 cm, in good condition, provenance France, acquired in 2024 from a gallery/dealer.
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Description from the seller
Bi disc in jade.
Elegant Bi disc carved in nephrite jade with honey-yellow hues.
Fine jade disk with decoration of Taotie and Leiwen masks.
Honey-yellow translucent nephrite.
China, in the Han tradition, 206 BC to 220 AD.
Dimensions: Diameter 7.6 cm. - Good condition
Provenance: France, Etude S.D.E.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
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All the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object 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.
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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 TranslateBi disc in jade.
Elegant Bi disc carved in nephrite jade with honey-yellow hues.
Fine jade disk with decoration of Taotie and Leiwen masks.
Honey-yellow translucent nephrite.
China, in the Han tradition, 206 BC to 220 AD.
Dimensions: Diameter 7.6 cm. - Good condition
Provenance: France, Etude S.D.E.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller's items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object 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.
#yearofthehorse
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
Dynastie Han (206 avant - 220 après J.-C.)
Name of object
Jade Bi disc - Han Dynasty (206 BC / 220 AD)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
France
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.
