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LOT 82

Lot 82

A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)

A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
Lot 82 Details
A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)

唐 大型描金彩陶天王俑半身像一组两件

Each tomb guardian dressed in ornate armour, the breastplates highlighted in gilt and painted with patterns of birds in flight
height 22.2 in — 56.5 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $2,091
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
  • A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
  • A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
  • A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
  • A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
  • A Pair of Large Painted and Gilded Pottery Torsos of Lokapala, Tang Dynasty (618-907)
Provenance:

C.C. Lai Antiques, Toronto
涞源：
C.C. Lai Antiques, 多伦多

Note:

Compare with examples from Christie's New York, October 20, 2021, lot 146; and Christie's New York, March 23, 2012, lot 1961

Christie's New York, October 20, 2021, lot 146
Christie's New York, March 23, 2012, lot 1961
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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