Lot 599
599
A Chinese painted grey pottery model of an ox
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A Chinese painted grey pottery model of an ox

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A Chinese painted grey pottery model of an ox
NORTHERN QI DYNASTY (550-577)
standing four-square on a rectangular plinth, the head raised and facing forward, the ears projecting below the long curved horns, its back with a latticework of straps with circular bosses and suspended lappet terminals, red, cream and black pigments
15 7/8in. (40.3cm.) long
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis. This lot will be removed to an off-site warehouse at the close of business on the day of sale - 2 weeks free storage

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Lot Essay

The result of thermoluminescence test, Oxford C107y32 is consistent with the dating of this lot. However, the sample taken under the head whilst consistent with the suggested period, had different TL properties.

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