C. AD 618-907. Tang Dynasty. A large ceramic figurine of a Bactrian camel, also known as a Mongolian camel, with a rider. The beast features a sandy pelt, while its characteristic mane, beard and the air of its upper leg are picked out in a coral-red. It stands in a contrapposto pose, with its right leg foreleg forward, as if walking, and its head is thrown back as if bellowing. Atop its back is a saddle-pad with carefully delineated details, including a lantern on the left-hand side. The rider is a depicted as a plump, older man with a raised fist, who wears a knee-high boots, tight trousers and open-chested vest; he sports a neat beard and moustache, carefully picked out in black. The Bactrian camel is an exceptionally hardy beast of burden, easily able to cope in the harsh deserts of Central Asia which border China. The domestication of these creatures allowed the development of the ancient Silk Road, which transported people, ideas and luxury goods between China and the West, by crossing the massive and inhospitable terrain which divided them. This beautiful figurine probably reflects medieval Chinese respect for a beast without which such trade would not have been possible. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. Excellent condition. A similar item, albeit with a younger rider, recently sold at Christie’s for HKD 6,100,000, see https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot/a-finely-painted-pottery-figure-of-a-6113490-details.aspx?from=searchresults&intObjectID=6113490 Size: L:610mm / W:440mm ; 9.4kg. Provenance: Private collection of an Oxford professional, formed in the 1970s-1990s on the UK art market.
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Ca. 206 BC - 220 AD. Han dynasty, A hollow-formed terracotta rabbit figurine with a black pelt and coral-pink pigmentation on the nose and in the inner ears. The rabbit is depicted sitting on all fours as if at rest. In the Chinese tradition, the rabbit is the luckiest of animals and symbolises elegance, beauty and mercy. The Han Dynasty, which ruled between 202 BC–220 AD, brought great prosperity and stability to China, reigning over a golden age of classical Chinese civilisation during which China saw major advances including the widespread development of a monetary economy and the invention of paper, as well as much progress in the decorative arts. Excellent condition. Comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany. Size: L:190mm / W:280mm ; 2.6kg. Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 206 BC - 220 AD. Han dynasty. A hollow-formed terracotta rabbit figurine with a white pelt and coral-pink pigmentation on the nose and in the inner ears. The rabbit is depicted sitting back, on its haunches, with its forelegs raised, as if eating. Its drooping ears indicates its relaxed attitude. In the Chinese tradition, the rabbit is the luckiest of animals and symbolises elegance, beauty and mercy. The Han Dynasty, which ruled between 202 BC–220 AD, brought great prosperity and stability to China, reigning over a golden age of classical Chinese civilisation during which China saw major advances including the widespread development of a monetary economy and the invention of paper, as well as much progress in the decorative arts. Excellent condition. Comes fully authenticated with a TL test from Ralf Kotalla laboratory, Germany. Size: L:260mm / W:190mm ; 2.9kg. Provenance: From an old Oxfordshire collection formed in the 1990s.
A GLAZED STONEWARE FIGURAL GROUP, SI SATCHANALAI, SUKOTHAI, 16TH CENTURYformed as an elephant carrying a high-ranking official and its keeper, transporting a wine or oil jug, accompanied by four guards standing on each leg; overall dimensions: 44 (h) x 41 (l) x 25 (d) cm (17 3/8 x 16 1/8 x 9 7/8 in.)RELATED LITERATUREAtthasit Sukkham, “Si Satchanalai Figurines: Reconstruction of Ancient Daily Life, Beliefs, and Environment in Siam during the Sixteenth Century,” International Journal of Historical Archaeology 22, (2018): 800–842, especially fig. 25LOT NOTESFor similar groups, see: Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, accession no. 7710C40MSoutheast Asian Ceramics Museum, Bangkok University, Pathum Thani, Thailand, “Late Si Satchanalai figure in the form of an elephant with a rider and keepers, Si Satchanalai (Pa Yang) Kiln, Sukhothai, 16th century.”Another comparable example was exhibited at the Ayala Museum, Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines, A Millennium of Contact: Chinese and Southeast Asian Trade Ceramics in the Philippines, as “Elephant figurine with riders in brown glaze”. CONDITIONThe sculpture is in overall good condition. Stable craquelure apparent to lighter glazes, rubbing to darker glazes. One foot of the front rider and one of the figures at the front rear leg repaired. Repair to head of the back rider. Inspection under UV light shows fluorescence to areas of the glaze on the elephant, such as the interior of the ears, the base of one tusk, and the underside. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
J KEELING FOR COALPORT; a hand painted circular cabinet plate with central portrait panel, signed to rim, diameter 23cm, a Spode rectangular dish, diameter 26cm, and a Davenport biscuit barrel raised on silver plated stand, height 22cm, etc (4).Additional InformationThe figurine in the lot has had its head broken and crudely glued, also numerous chips and losses, general wear to the gilding throughout. The biscuit barrel has a crack to the body and wear to the silver plated mounts.
A group of three Capodimonte figurines ‘ Capo-di-Monte ceramic figurines to include a figurine of Geppetto ( Carpenter ) No. 115 signed by the artist Mariani dated 1985 together with Capo-do-Monte figurine of a “ The Tramp “ signed by Volta and Capo-di-Monte “ The Hunter “ ceramic figurine signed by Mileo. All with certificate of authenticity.
An unusual copper diorama figurine of fireman with hose together with a large brass horse and cart, a large brass pestle and mortar and a pair of mother of pearl inlaid shoes with leather strapping and a Victorian 19th century oak and brass bound cigar humidor type box with twin hinged lid. Measures 8 cm high x 26 cm wide x 16 cm deep.
A collection of six vintage “ The Leonardo Collection “ ceramic figurines to include: A good Catch by Christine Haworth, Carting Companions by Christine Haworth, Blowing Bubbles by Christine Haworth, Things To Come by Christine Haworth, Little Nook by Humphrey Dormouse, along with a Italian ceramic figurine by Vittorio Tessaro. Measures 25 cm tall.
Collection of various Dolls House bisque/china figures, 19th century, including a pair of bisque busts of girl with moulded blonde hair and finely painted features, 3” (7.5cm) tall, two pairs of figurines, three glazed china dolls in baths and small frozen Charlotte, Toby jug, fine Pug dog, fruit bowl and two bisque scenes of children, (condition: one figurine lacks arm, bisque scene of girl with dog and lambs restored, all other pieces appear perfect), (15 items).
****** ITEM LOCATION BISHTON HALL**********A French ormolu figural mantel clock on stand with glass dome, surmounted by a female figurine holding a shell with a bird sitting, foliate decoration, a circular enamel dial with roman numerals fronting an 8-day movement striking the hours/half hours on a bell. (pendulum and key) 56cm H x 63cm W
A GROUP OF BORDER FINE ARTS AND DOULTON, comprising 'Leicester Fox' with certificate L58, on wooden plinth, by Ray Ayres, limited edition, 'Friesian Cow and Calf' style one L34, on wooden plinth, No 532/850 (certificate) and 'Chickening Out' (Border Collie and Cockerel) A0189 (both loose from base), two Doulton character jugs, 'Gone Away' D6531 and 'Long John Silver' D6335, a figurine 'Home Again' HN2167 and character Dog with Slipper HN2654 Condition Report No apparent chips, cracks, signs of restoration to either the fox or the fresian cow and calf figures
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