Asian Art Auction, Session 1

June 06, 2011

LOT 189

Lot 189

Large Olive and Russet Glazed Amphora, Tang Dynasty to Five Dynasties, 8th to 10th Century

Large Olive and Russet Glazed Amphora, Tang Dynasty to Five Dynasties, 8th to 10th Century
Lot 189 Details
Large Olive and Russet Glazed Amphora, Tang Dynasty to Five Dynasties, 8th to 10th Century

Of meiping-form and rising to a short funnel neck, the shoulder with four lug handles over four bowstring lines, the glaze a dark olive with streaks of white and pale green
height 24.4" — 62 cm.

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 189
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 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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