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Massive Chinese Han Dynasty Sichuan Terracotta Pottery Horse, Oxford TL Tested

$85,000
£64,987.03
€74,851.92
CA$119,111.06
A$132,976.30
CHF 69,677.58
MX$1,627,760.42
NOK 884,905.98
SEK 834,353.98
DKK 558,627.61
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A massive Chinese Han dynasty Sichuan terracotta pottery figure of a horse Han dynasty (206 BC-220 AD) Powerfully modelled in a pose of alert attention, its strong neck and head poised with open mouth and flaring nostrils, the legs supporting a muscular body, the upturned tail ending in a knob, the head and back incised with lines representing the halter, bridle. Come with Oxford Thermoluminescence Test certificate, TL tested. TL test sample numbers C102s42.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50 in (127 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Han (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    206 BC- 220 AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: s361stDibs: LU804216871571

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