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Lot 103
Ca. 206 BC–220 AD Chinese Han Dynasty, terracotta warrior figure. Interesting ceramic figurine of a standing warrior with armor, cross-over war-coat, layered tunic and boots, dressed hair and hands modeled open to accept a weapon. Attendant figures such as this item were important to a variety of cultures with afterlife beliefs which involved trials, travels, or an afterlife similar to that which was lived on earth. These figures, which are included as funerary offerings reflect the belief that assistance would be helpful in overcoming the difficult environs of the afterlife. Popular choices included warriors, dancers, male and female figures, and animals. Good condition. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Size: H:510mm / W:170.5mm ; 5700g. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s;
Lot 110
Ca. 206 BC - 220 AD. Attractive Han dynasty terracotta rabbit. A hollow-formed terracotta rabbit figurine; with cream pelt and coral-pink pigmentation on the nose. The rabbit is depicted on all fours, as if walking forward. 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. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; Size: H:250mm / W:270mm ; 2941g
Lot 113
Ca. 206 BC - 220 AD. Attractive Han dynasty terracotta rabbit. A hollow-formed terracotta rabbit figurine; with cream pelt and coral-pink pigmentation on the nose. The rabbit is depicted sitting back slightly on its back legs in an alert posture, and might be described as sniffing the air. 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. Good condition. Authenticated by Ralf Kotalla laboratory in Germany; report attached. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; Size: H:290mm / W:280mm ; 3195g
Lot 17
C. 2nd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. 2nd millennium BC. A ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns, back and rump, dotted shoulders, and a dark ring around the neck. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bull’s importance in religious sacrifice. Excellent condition. Size: H:70.5mm / W:90mm ; 79g Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Lot 18
C. 2nd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. 2nd millennium BC. An ochre-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns, back and rump, and rondel eyes. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bull’s importance in religious sacrifice. Excellent condition. Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s. Size: H:70.5mm / W:90mm ; 87g
Lot 19
C. 2nd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. 2nd millennium BC. An ochre-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns, back and rump, dotted shoulders and forelegs, a ring around the neck and rondel eyes. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bull’s importance in religious sacrifice. Good condition. Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s. Size: H:70.5mm / W:80.5mm ; 66g
Lot 20
C. 2nd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. 2nd millennium BC. An buff-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns and rump, a shoulder across the shoulders, back and legs, a ring around the neck and rondel eyes. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bull’s importance in religious sacrifice. Fair condition. Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s. Size: H:50mm / W:80mm ; 51g
Lot 21
C. 2nd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. 2nd millennium BC. An buff-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns and rump, a shoulder across the shoulders, back and legs, a ring around the neck and rondel eyes. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bull’s importance in religious sacrifice. Fair condition. Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s. Size: H:80mm / W:90mm ; 103g
Lot 545
Collection of Ceramics including Royal Crown Derby Imari Dinner Plate, Royal Doulton Figurine 'Fragrance ' signed by Michael Doulton, Mason's 'Applique' Jar and Lid, Wade Natwest Pig Moneybox, Askania Part Tea Service, etc plus a Silver Butter Knife and Silver Plated Ladle and Commemorative Teaspoon
Lot 636
Collection of Capodimonte Figures, comprising: Capodimonte Cortese figure of Boy Playing triple flute No. 313; Capodimonte Cortese figure of Shepherd Boy with lamb, No. 313, both fully marked to base' and both measure 6" tall by 5" wide; and larger figurine of a youth and small boy sitting on a bridge fishing, measures 10" tall by 8" wide. Please see photographs.
Lot 8
Early 20th Century Royal Worcester porcelain 'The Bather' figurine, green and gilt robe pattern, shape no. 486. Printed marks to base, 25.5cm high approx. (B.P. 24% incl. VAT) Overall crazing to the figure, rather grubby with some minor gilt loss. However appearing complete with no chips, cracks or restoration.
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