Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty Terracotta Statue of a Ram (with TL test ) - 26.5 cm
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This original Tang dynasty (618–907) terracotta statue of a recumbent ram features a sancai glaze and is accompanied by a thermoluminescence analysis certificate.
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This finely modeled pottery sculpture depicts a recumbent goat, covered in rich sancai (three-colour) glaze in deep amber, cream, and green tones. The animal is rendered with expressive features, including curved horns and a gently raised head, conveying vitality and character.
From Italian private collection.
The piece is accompanied by a Thermoluminescence (TL) analysis certificate confirming its authenticity and dating to the Tang dynasty (618–907).
The item will be professionally packaged and shipped via a reliable and efficient courier.
This finely modeled pottery sculpture depicts a recumbent goat, covered in rich sancai (three-colour) glaze in deep amber, cream, and green tones. The animal is rendered with expressive features, including curved horns and a gently raised head, conveying vitality and character.
From Italian private collection.
The piece is accompanied by a Thermoluminescence (TL) analysis certificate confirming its authenticity and dating to the Tang dynasty (618–907).
The item will be professionally packaged and shipped via a reliable and efficient courier.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese, Tang Dynasty
Century/timeframe
Tang dynasty (618–907).
Name of object
Statue of a Ram (with TL test )
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2019
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
26.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2011
Width
16 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
Depth
35 cm
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.
