Lot Essay
The result of Oxford Authentication thermoluminescence test no. C112k74 is consistent with the dating of this piece.
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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF BOB AND SYLVIA HOROWITZ, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
A SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURE OF A LOKAPALA
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
Details
A SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURE OF A LOKAPALA
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
The guardian figure is dressed as a soldier and shown standing in a threatening manner that matches the pugnacious expression of his unglazed face. His right hand is positioned and hollowed to hold a halberd, and his left hand rests on his hip. His armor is detailed in green, amber and straw glazes.
16½ in. (42 cm.) high
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
The guardian figure is dressed as a soldier and shown standing in a threatening manner that matches the pugnacious expression of his unglazed face. His right hand is positioned and hollowed to hold a halberd, and his left hand rests on his hip. His armor is detailed in green, amber and straw glazes.
16½ in. (42 cm.) high
Provenance
Bluett, London, 1979.
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