Ancient Chinese - Large ridge tile - warrior - Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,000 - € 1,300
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Description from the seller
LARGE CHINESE RIDGE TILE FROM THE MING DYNASTY
Important statuette of a molded and glazed fine ceramic ridge tile depicting a warrior.
A rider dressed in a garment with wide sleeves, wearing a cap with ears.
He stands on his horse, looking forward. One hand rests on his hip, while the other is pressed against his chest.
Sancai-type glazed ceramic, in green, ochre, and black.
Ming Dynasty, 1368 to 1644 AD.
Height 33.7 cm - length 26.4 cm - Excellent condition - small chips
Provenance: France, M.B.D. study
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for Cultural Object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal 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 pigments or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
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 TranslateLARGE CHINESE RIDGE TILE FROM THE MING DYNASTY
Important statuette of a molded and glazed fine ceramic ridge tile depicting a warrior.
A rider dressed in a garment with wide sleeves, wearing a cap with ears.
He stands on his horse, looking forward. One hand rests on his hip, while the other is pressed against his chest.
Sancai-type glazed ceramic, in green, ochre, and black.
Ming Dynasty, 1368 to 1644 AD.
Height 33.7 cm - length 26.4 cm - Excellent condition - small chips
Provenance: France, M.B.D. study
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller warrants that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for Cultural Object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal 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 pigments or radiography scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
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 TranslateDetails
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
Dynastie Ming (1368–1644)
Name of object
- Large ridge tile - warrior - Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2022
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
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
Disclaimer
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.
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.
