Asian Art

May 1520, 2021
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LOT 61

Lot 61

A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty

A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty
Lot 61 Details
A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty

或汉代 彩陶鴞

Almost anthropomorphic in shape, with polychrome pigments
height 13.1 in — 33.3 cm

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $276
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty
  • A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty
  • A Painted Pottery Figure of an Owl, Possibly Han Dynasty
Provenance:

H.H. Pao Collection, Toronto
多伦多鲍恒发家族珍藏
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Note:

For a similar owl, please see Christie's New York, December 9, 2020, lot 77
类似拍品请参见纽约佳士得2020年12月9日,拍品编号77

Christie's New York, December 9, 2020, lot 77
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CONDITION DETAILS

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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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