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Tang Dynasty Sancai Lokapala Guardian with Oxford TL Certificate

About the Item

Chines Tang Dynasty sancai glazed pottery figure of a Guardian is a protector of the deceased. This warrior dressed in armor with a fierce face and imposing position would accompany the dead into the next life. Only the wealthy could afford such sculptures at the time. The green, buff and chestnut sancai glaze is typical of these wares. Oxford TL certificate accompanies.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.75 in (78.11 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)
  • Style:
    Tang (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    618-907
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Vertical hairline crack with reattached 1-in triangular break to front of base. Additions or alterations made to the original: Vertical hairline crack with reattached 1 in triangular break to front of base. Scattered loss (or unglazed surface) to lower perimeter of base. Scattered minor hairline firing cracks to verso. Scattered small concretions to glaze on upper back. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Vertical hairline crack with reattached 1 in triangular break to front of base. Scattered loss (or unglazed surface) to lower perimeter of base. Scattered minor hairline firing cracks to verso. Scattered small concretions to glaze on upper back.
  • Seller Location:
    Bronx, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 182641stDibs: LU8695234329792
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