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A SANCAI POTTERY MODEL OF A RAM TANG DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
naturalistically modelled standing four square on a rectangular base with its head facing forward, the horns and side of its head streaked in an amber and green glaze, the remainder of the head and body in a clear glaze, wood stand, 19.5cm., 7 5/8in; together with a sancai model of a figure holding a lion, and a small sancai baluster vase
Provenance
Ram: The Collection of Cyrus and Mildred Churchill, Concordia House, Illinois.
Sotheby's New York, 19 March 2007, lot 143 (part).
Pottery figure: Berkley Galleries (according to label).
Condition
All three figures are in good overall condition with the exception of a 5mm deep glaze scratch to the ram, minor glaze flakes to the man and dog and some minor firing and glaze imperfections to all three.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."