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The result of Oxford thermoluminescence test 666q46 is consistent with the dating of this lot.
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TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
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A POTTERY FIGURE OF A COURT LADY
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
The figure is shown standing in long robes, with the head turned very slightly to one side and one hand lifted in front of her chest. Her face is modelled with delicate features and her hair is pulled up in a tall coiffure. Traces of red pigment are visible.
15 in. ( 35 cm.) high.
TANG DYNASTY (618-907)
The figure is shown standing in long robes, with the head turned very slightly to one side and one hand lifted in front of her chest. Her face is modelled with delicate features and her hair is pulled up in a tall coiffure. Traces of red pigment are visible.
15 in. ( 35 cm.) high.
Provenance
Christie's London, 5 December 1994, lot 161
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