Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty Terracotta Rabbit - TL Test Qed Laboratory - 23 cm
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Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty; Rabbit - TL Test Qed Laboratoire, polychrome terracotta sculpture, 23 cm tall and 26 cm wide, with thermoluminescence certificate.
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Rabbit; China, Han Dynasty, 206-220 AD.
Polychrome terracotta.
Attach thermoluminescence certificate.
Free-standing sculpture representing a Tang period rabbit or hare made of terracotta. The piece is presented to the viewer in an alert position, which adds a certain anecdotal appearance. Remnants of polychromy can be observed in the eyes, the interior of the ears, and the snout of the animal, giving the piece greater realism. It is a work of high technical quality, especially in terms of modeling, as the artist has managed to capture the expressiveness and anatomical naturalism of the animal, without neglecting the stylization typical of Chinese aesthetics of the period.
The Han Dynasty ruled China from 206 BC to 220 AD, over more than four centuries during which China's political, social, and economic structures were consolidated, leading the country into its most glorious period. Regarding the art of this era, it remains predominantly funerary, although it reflects the high artistic level achieved both in the capitals and the provinces. These preserved objects provide us with information about daily life and customs of the time, as the art became much more mundane than the bronzes of the Zhou and Shang periods. Tumulus structures also changed: Shang tombs were vertical, while Han tombs were built like underground palaces. They were decorated with embossed reliefs depicting scenes from the deceased's life, and a new material was introduced as an artistic support—lacquer. However, the most famous production today is Han ceramics, made of terracotta and decorated with cold-applied engobes, mainly black and red.
The piece includes a thermoluminescence test. LABORATORIO QED - FRANCE
State: Soil deposits on the surface.
Provenance: Private Collection M. L. F., Madrid. Purchased from an antique dealer in Hong Kong.
Notes: The piece includes Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union); at the time of sale, it is requested in the name of the buyer. The process takes one to two weeks. - If the piece is destined outside the European Union, a replacement export permit will be requested. This process involves fee expenses that the buyer will have to pay during the application process. This process can take 2 to 4 weeks. SENT WITH INSURANCE.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they have the right to send this batch.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are processed.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days.
Seller's Story
Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space.
Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space.
We search and select the best pieces to introduce the international market trends in Spain.
Translated by Google TranslateRabbit; China, Han Dynasty, 206-220 AD.
Polychrome terracotta.
Attach thermoluminescence certificate.
Free-standing sculpture representing a Tang period rabbit or hare made of terracotta. The piece is presented to the viewer in an alert position, which adds a certain anecdotal appearance. Remnants of polychromy can be observed in the eyes, the interior of the ears, and the snout of the animal, giving the piece greater realism. It is a work of high technical quality, especially in terms of modeling, as the artist has managed to capture the expressiveness and anatomical naturalism of the animal, without neglecting the stylization typical of Chinese aesthetics of the period.
The Han Dynasty ruled China from 206 BC to 220 AD, over more than four centuries during which China's political, social, and economic structures were consolidated, leading the country into its most glorious period. Regarding the art of this era, it remains predominantly funerary, although it reflects the high artistic level achieved both in the capitals and the provinces. These preserved objects provide us with information about daily life and customs of the time, as the art became much more mundane than the bronzes of the Zhou and Shang periods. Tumulus structures also changed: Shang tombs were vertical, while Han tombs were built like underground palaces. They were decorated with embossed reliefs depicting scenes from the deceased's life, and a new material was introduced as an artistic support—lacquer. However, the most famous production today is Han ceramics, made of terracotta and decorated with cold-applied engobes, mainly black and red.
The piece includes a thermoluminescence test. LABORATORIO QED - FRANCE
State: Soil deposits on the surface.
Provenance: Private Collection M. L. F., Madrid. Purchased from an antique dealer in Hong Kong.
Notes: The piece includes Spanish Export License (Passport for the European Union); at the time of sale, it is requested in the name of the buyer. The process takes one to two weeks. - If the piece is destined outside the European Union, a replacement export permit will be requested. This process involves fee expenses that the buyer will have to pay during the application process. This process can take 2 to 4 weeks. SENT WITH INSURANCE.
Important information. The seller guarantees that they have the right to send this batch.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are processed.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days.
Seller's Story
Galería Fuentenebro emerged in 2018 to combine ancient art and contemporary art with a selection of high-quality works in a single space.
Created by art experts with more than fifteen years of experience specialized in Archaeology, Antiquities of the s. XX and in the last great styles of the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and Art Decó. In 2019 he creates a space in Madrid combining masterpieces from different eras in a single eclectic and different space.
We search and select the best pieces to introduce the international market trends in Spain.
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Culture
Ancient Chinese, Han dynasty
Century/ Timeframe
Han dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE)
Name of object
Rabbit - TL Test Qed Laboratory
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Material
Terracotta
Condition
Excellent
Height
23 cm
Width
26 cm
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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.
