Ancient Chinese Polychrome terracotta vase HU, Early Han Dynasty (206 BC–AD 220). - 53 cm
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An ancient Chinese Han-dynasty polychrome terracotta Hu vase, decorated with archaic motifs and Taotie masks, with restoration to the neck.
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Polychrome terracotta Hu vase, early HAN dynasty (206 BC–220 AD).
Polychrome painted terracotta with archaic blue, yellow, and ochre motifs highlighted in white.
Decorated with interwoven scrolls, archaic geometric motifs, and Taotie masks.
The expanded body rests on a foot, with a flared neck.
Dimensions: 53 x 25 x 25 cm
Restoration to the neck.
From a private French collection.
A certificate of authenticity will be provided to the buyer.
Shipping costs include customs duties for international shipments.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, pigment analysis, or radiographic scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
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The seller will obtain the necessary permits.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Polychrome terracotta Hu vase, early HAN dynasty (206 BC–220 AD).
Polychrome painted terracotta with archaic blue, yellow, and ochre motifs highlighted in white.
Decorated with interwoven scrolls, archaic geometric motifs, and Taotie masks.
The expanded body rests on a foot, with a flared neck.
Dimensions: 53 x 25 x 25 cm
Restoration to the neck.
From a private French collection.
A certificate of authenticity will be provided to the buyer.
Shipping costs include customs duties for international shipments.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, pigment analysis, or radiographic scans, have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will obtain the necessary permits.
The seller will inform the buyer if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Chinese
Century/timeframe
Han Dynasty (206 B.C. - 220 A.D.)
Name of object
Polychrome terracotta vase HU, Early Han Dynasty (206 BC–AD 220).
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
53 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2025
Width
25 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
25 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.
