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Tang Dynasty Painted Pottery Fat lady Sculpture

$2,400
£1,825.09
€2,105.16
CA$3,361.96
A$3,762.70
CHF 1,964.72
MX$45,905.14
NOK 24,939.49
SEK 23,666.04
DKK 15,720.32
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A wonderful period Tang Dynasty Pottery Figure of a Fat Lady. Tomb Pottery China Height: 15 Inches No TL Test A COA by Avantiques will accompany the sale of this item. Condition: Very good with evidence of repair under item but invisible to the magnifying glass above. The standing figure with relief-molded beaded necklace wears a long, flowing butterfly-decorated robe and an elegant coiffure. AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return policy if the items are not as described.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Tang (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    700
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Under base shows restoration but ZERO evidence in sight. Master restoration work behind her right foot. Not visible. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1774244337762

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