Ancient Chinese Antique Chinese - Large Polychrome Guardian Statue - Han Dynasty 206 BC / 220 AD
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,800 - € 2,200
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Han Dynasty grey ceramic guardian statue, about 43.4 cm high (45.4 cm with base), polychrome with red tunic and chest plate, right hand with a central hole once held a weapon, used as funerary mingqi, provenance France from Galerie M.B.D., in very good condition with minor restoration to the neck and one leg, authentic original object.
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Very fine example of a gray ceramic statue from the Han Dynasty of ancient China. A Han Dynasty warrior figurine in gray pottery with a large portion of pigments painted. This painting clearly depicts the face, bearing a fixed expression.
This figurine of a soldier from the Han cohort wears a red tunic and a chest plate over it, his trousers are shortened and puffed. The right hand is clenched and has a central hole, which formerly held a weapon, such as a spear or a sword.
This statuette was used as funerary object or “mingqi” for a wealthy and influential Han person.
It is believed that such goods were needed for the deceased in the afterlife. Elaborate groups of funerary items were also a display of wealth and social status.
China, Han Dynasty, 206 BCE to 220 CE.
Very good condition, red, white and black pigmentation.
Height 43.4 cm (45.4 cm with the base) - width 16.3 cm
Excellent condition – slight restoration at the neck and one leg.
Highlighted on a display stand made of acrylic provided with the statue.
Provenance: France, gallery M.B.D.
Previous provenance history: former private collection assembled in the 1990s
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that necessary authorisations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All 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.
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 TranslateVery fine example of a gray ceramic statue from the Han Dynasty of ancient China. A Han Dynasty warrior figurine in gray pottery with a large portion of pigments painted. This painting clearly depicts the face, bearing a fixed expression.
This figurine of a soldier from the Han cohort wears a red tunic and a chest plate over it, his trousers are shortened and puffed. The right hand is clenched and has a central hole, which formerly held a weapon, such as a spear or a sword.
This statuette was used as funerary object or “mingqi” for a wealthy and influential Han person.
It is believed that such goods were needed for the deceased in the afterlife. Elaborate groups of funerary items were also a display of wealth and social status.
China, Han Dynasty, 206 BCE to 220 CE.
Very good condition, red, white and black pigmentation.
Height 43.4 cm (45.4 cm with the base) - width 16.3 cm
Excellent condition – slight restoration at the neck and one leg.
Highlighted on a display stand made of acrylic provided with the statue.
Provenance: France, gallery M.B.D.
Previous provenance history: former private collection assembled in the 1990s
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that necessary authorisations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All 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.
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
Antique Chinese - Large Polychrome Guardian Statue - 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
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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.
