Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty ceramics - 29 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 850 - € 1,000
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Description from the seller
This is a pottery standing figure in plain earthenware, characterized by a simple and unadorned form. The figure wears a long robe, with both hands positioned in front of the abdomen in a clasped gesture. The garment folds are rendered with minimal incised lines. The head is relatively small in proportion, and the facial features have been softened by weathering, leaving only the outline of the nose and mouth discernible. The base flares outward in a bell shape, providing stability to the figure. The surface shows traces of age and soil encrustation, with no remaining pigments or with the original paint completely worn away, imparting an austere and timeworn character typical of ancient burial mingqi.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
This is a pottery standing figure in plain earthenware, characterized by a simple and unadorned form. The figure wears a long robe, with both hands positioned in front of the abdomen in a clasped gesture. The garment folds are rendered with minimal incised lines. The head is relatively small in proportion, and the facial features have been softened by weathering, leaving only the outline of the nose and mouth discernible. The base flares outward in a bell shape, providing stability to the figure. The surface shows traces of age and soil encrustation, with no remaining pigments or with the original paint completely worn away, imparting an austere and timeworn character typical of ancient burial mingqi.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty
Century/timeframe
206 BCE – 220 CE
Name of object
ceramics
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1990
Country acquired from
China
Condition
Poor
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
29 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1985
Previous owner - country acquired from
China
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
